Winter Storm Continues To Drop Snow In Minneapolis
Across the nation, we’re seeing extreme climate hitting practically each area within the United States.
At the highest of our listing, we’re following a winter storm within the Midwest that might carry document snow to elements of Wisconsin and Michigan later at this time. We’re anticipating energy outages and harmful driving circumstances, on the very least.
In the Desert Southwest, a warmth wave is pushing temperatures probably to 100 levels or larger. In the Plains, excessive winds with gusts of 70 mph or larger are anticipated. In Hawaii, a powerful Kona low has been flooding residents and left greater than 100,000 with out energy. Millions are below the specter of extreme storms.
(FORECASTS: Severe Weather | Winter Storm Iona)
In an effort to maintain monitor of all of it, we’ll be posting stay updates all day lengthy proper right here.
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(11:45 a.m. EDT) Roads Washed Out In Hawaii
And this is a have a look at what these heavy rains in Hawaii are able to.
(11:19 a.m. EDT) Heavy Rains Will Continue In Hawaii
From meteorologist Jennifer Gray
A storm system referred to as a “Kona low” has arrange northwest of Hawaii and has introduced torrential rain, damaging winds and even heavy snow to the state. Hawaii will proceed to face the specter of flash flooding as heavy rain continues to pound the island chain. Winds within the decrease elevations are forecast to succeed in gusts of fifty mph and within the larger elevations as excessive as 100 mph.
(10:45 a.m. EDT) Peep The Scene At Hartsfield-Jackson
From content material author Toby Adeyemi
Over 10,000 flights have been delayed already because of the winter storm, and one of many hardest hit airports is the busiest one within the nation, Hartsfield-Jackson. Travelers have already said delays as much as one hour getting by TSA and now have a look at this video footage of the ready traces.
(10:20 a.m. EDT) What Is Weather Whiplash?
By content material author Toby Adeyemi
With this incoming winter storm, plenty of cities can be hit by a climate whiplash. Weather whiplash refers to speedy, excessive swings between opposing climate circumstances over a brief interval, usually days to weeks. This can be an uncomfortable actuality in just a few main cities. Chicago, Kansas City, and elements of central Virginia are all anticipated to be hit with chilly temperatures all through Sunday and into the week, after heat temperatures this week.
(09:57 a.m. EDT) Minnesota Seeing Major Snow
Reports are beginning to are available from Minnesota. The highest whole we have seen thus far is 17″ in Millville, MN, but snow continuing to fall throughout the morning. We expect we’ll see much higher numbers by the end of the day.
(09:45 a.m. EDT) Heat Wave Ramping Up
From meteorologist Jennifer Gray
Hundreds of record highs could fall this week across the West, as temperatures soar 20-30 degrees above average. Highs will feel closer to mid-summer temperatures than early spring. Highs will run well into the 90s and even triple digits across the Desert Southwest.
(09:10 a.m. EDT) Nearly 8000 Flights Delayed
From content writer Toby Adeyemi
Over 1,600 flights have been canceled and more than 7,700 are delayed across the U.S. as severe weather, high airport volume and operational challenges slam major hubs like Minneapolis, New York, Chicago, Kansas City and Atlanta. Delta, Southwest, American and United are suspending or delaying hundreds of flights, leaving thousands of travelers stranded or scrambling to rebook.
(08:45 a.m. EDT) NWS Warns Of Whiteout Conditions, Hazardous Icing, Power Outages
As we anticipate the worst of Winter Storm Iona later today, the National Weather Service is warning of serious impacts across the upper Midwest.
(08:40 a.m. EDT) Minnesota Activates National Guard
From content writer Toby Adeyemi
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signed an executive order to bring in the Minnesota National Guard to support and help emergency operations for a major winter storm expected to hit the state late Saturday into Sunday. A winter storm warning goes into effect Saturday at 7 p.m. for central and southern Minnesota, with 12 to 18 inches of snow forecast for the metro area. Expect wind gusts up to 45 mph, which could create blizzard-like conditions, with the heaviest snow expected to fall overnight and in the wee hours of Sunday morning. The emergency order will stay in place until storm conditions subside or Thursday, whichever comes first.
(08:18 a.m. EDT) Floods Destroy Hawaii Home
By content writer Toby Adeyemi
This is some insane footage and it really highlights just how serious and strong this storm is. A home in Lao Valley is completely ripped off the ground as the land behind it is swept away due to flooding from the Kona storm.
(08:00 a.m. EDT) Blizzard Warnings Continue To Expand In The Midwest
As Winter Storm Iona moves in, blizzard warnings are now in effect for parts of Iowa, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, and South Dakota.
(07:55 a.m. EDT) More Than 65,000 Still Without Power In Hawaii
At the latest count this morning, more than 65,000 people are still without power as a result of the atmospheric river in Hawaii. Flash flood warnings remain in effect across multiple islands as heavy rainfall continues to fall in Hawaii. Writer Toby Adeyemi has the details behind the storm that has caused Gov. Josh Green to issue an emergency proclamation.
(07:37 a.m. EDT) Delta Announces Delays
By content material author Toby Adeyemi
If you’re planning on flying tomorrow, particularly if you’re on Delta, count on delays and cancellations. Delta tweeted out a prewarning and is advising you get forward of any scheduled flight plans by the Midwest.
(07:25 a.m. EDT) What Is Severe Weather?
From senior digital meteorologist Jonathan Belles:
While many individuals outline extreme climate as any damaging climate occasion, meteorologists are extra narrowly targeted on thunderstorm impacts:
- A twister
- Wind gusts of no less than 58 mph
- Hail of no less than one inch in diameter
(MORE: What Meteorologists Mean By Severe Weather)
(07:15 a.m. EDT) Looking For Maps?
The best strategy to observe a storm is on our maps. Track the whole lot from present circumstances, forecasts and potential impacts from Winter Storm Iona and the extreme climate on the southern finish here.
(06:05 a.m. EDT) What Is A Blizzard?
From senior digital meteorologist Jonathan Belles:
Blizzard circumstances are categorized by assembly all the following standards:
- Blowing and/or falling snow
- Winds of no less than 35 mph
- A discount of visibility to 1 / 4 mile or much less
- All these circumstances persist for no less than 3 hours
(MORE: Blizzards Explained)
