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Tracking Two Storms Impacting the Northern U.S. Through Thanksgiving and into This Weekend

Heavy lake effect snow, gusty winds, and localized blizzard conditions will persist through Thanksgiving near and downwind of the Great Lakes. Rain and mountain snow are forecast for the Pacific Northwest. Confidence is increasing for another winter storm to develop over the northern and central Rockies Friday and track across the central Plains through the Midwest and Great Lakes this weekend. Read More >

Overview

During the afternoon of Monday, August 14th, thunderstorms developed over the northern Black Hills. They gradually merged into a powerful supercell, which moved directly over Rapid City, bringing heavy rain, large hail, and damaging winds. The hail and winds damaged vehicles, gardens, and other property, and runoff from the heavy rain caused flooding. Meanwhile, more storms developed to the southeast of this storm. As the supercell tracked southeastward, a long duration of heavy rain resulted in flash flooding in Oglala Lakota county. Around Sharps Corner, flooding along Porcupine Creek washed out roads and stranded residents and travelers. Additional thunderstorms expanded over the area during the evening. Below are several pictures we received, a radar loop depicting the storms, and a list of significant reports. 

 

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