Severe Weather and Flash Flooding From the Upper Midwest to Mid-Atlantic; Heat Continues in the Central and Southeast U.S.

Severe thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and evening across parts of the Upper Midwest to western Great Lakes. Additional severe storms will also be possible in parts of the northern Plains, central Appalachians, and Mid-Atlantic. Extreme heat is expected to intensify across much of the Southeast and Tennessee Valley today, continuing through much of this week. Read More >

(formerly known as SSD)

Mission

Improve NWS services and DSS through the integration of improved science, data and new technology into operations.

Foster improved professional development and training program at the Forecast Offices.

Anticipate and plan for future needs - emphasis on NWS WRN Strategic Goals and GPRA goals as it relates to unique western U.S. forecast issues

Current Priorities

Service Improvement through feedback from Gridded Verification

Improving Hydrologic Services

Improving DSS

Forecaster Confidence and make better use of new guidance tools

Improve Lead time and objectively identify storm impacts

Science and Training

Dual-Pol & AWIPS-2

Supporting SOO/DOH program

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Severe Weather and Flash Flooding From the Upper Midwest to Mid-Atlantic; Heat Continues in the Central and Southeast U.S.

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