A severe storm system that has already wreaked havoc across the Midwest and South is on its way to the East Coast. This storm has tragically claimed the lives of at least 34 people. It’s expected to bring thunderstorms and the possibility of tornadoes to areas from Central Florida up to western Pennsylvania.
In recent days, this powerful storm unleashed baseball-sized hail and spawned tornadoes that caused immense damage and loss of life. It also triggered wildfires and dust storms that led to multiple accidents, particularly in Kansas, Oklahoma, and the Texas Panhandle, where 13 people lost their lives.
Forecasters predict that by Sunday, while the worst of the storms will move away from the South, some risk remains for parts of the East Coast. Rich Otto, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service, mentioned, “The storm coverage won’t be as intense as before, but severe weather still poses a risk.” He added that Mississippi and Alabama, which faced significant tornado threats earlier, can expect a calmer day.
A complex of storms that impacted Alabama, Mississippi, and parts of Tennessee will shift into northern Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and parts of North Carolina by Sunday morning. The likelihood of strong winds and even a few tornadoes will persist.
The heaviest rains on Sunday will be along the East Coast, stretching from South Carolina to Massachusetts. Some areas might see one to two inches, while a few spots, particularly in eastern Virginia and North Carolina, could receive as much as five inches. New York City could also experience one to two inches, depending on where storms develop.
Meteorologists suggest that there may be a lull in extreme weather for a few days after this storm. However, they warn that more severe weather is expected before the month ends. “This likely isn’t the last time we’ll see storms like this in the coming weeks,” Otto noted.
Interestingly, according to a recent survey, nearly 60% of people in the affected regions express concern about the increasing frequency of severe weather events. This rising awareness reflects a broader trend; climate change significantly impacts storm patterns, leading to more intense weather.
For updates and safety information about weather patterns, you can check the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) website.
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