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Extreme Fire Weather Concerns for the Western U.S.; Severe Weather and Flooding Threats for the Central U.S.

Extremely critical fire weather conditions are expected to develop across the Great Basin and Southwest today, and exceptionally dry and windy conditions will promote rapid wildfire spread through the weekend. Scattered severe thunderstorms and heavy rain are possible across parts of the Ozark Plateau into lower Ohio Valley and parts of the northern Rockies into adjacent Great Plains. Read More >

Flood Safety Awareness Week
Main Page Flood Safety & Awareness Turn Around Don't Drown
Flood Hazards NWS Services Partner Resources
Resources from Our Partners
 

The National Weather Service works with and relies on strategic partners involved in river observations, reservoir management, floodplain management, flood hazard mitigation, and flood preparedness and safety to reduce the loss of like and property due to floods. Here are some great tools from several of our partners.

 
American Red Cross
Family Disaster Plan
 
Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH)
Flood Safety Information
 
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)Tropical Systems and Coastal Flooding
Safety Information   Safety Kit Assembly
Property Protection & Flood Insurance   Assess Your Flood Risk

 

 
United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)
Flood Information
 
United States Geological Survey (USGS)
Water Watch   Water Alert - National Water Information System
 
The National Weather Service works with many key partners to complete the mission of protecting life and property. Some additional key partners are the National Hydrologic Warning Council, Association of State Floodplain Managers, the National Safety Council, media outlets, and many other government and private sector organizations. For more information about any of our partners, or to learn about partners local to your area, contact your local NWS office.
 
Prepare yourself, your family, and your home. Be aware of potential flooding in your area, Turn Around Don't Drown, and help make the U.S., a more Weather Ready Nation! https://www.nws.noaa.gov/com/weatherreadynation/
 
For more information please contact your local NWS office or email hydro.outreach@noaa.gov.
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