Title: Midwest Prepares for Record-Breaking Weekend Temperatures, While Severe Weather Looms in the South
Subtitle: A cross-country storm threatens heavy snowfall in the Rockies, potential flooding in Texas, and a wet Christmas morning for the Southeast.
Swerd Media – In a surprise turn of events, the Midwest is gearing up for unseasonably warm temperatures this holiday weekend, with record-breaking highs forecasted in several states. Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North Dakota are all expected to experience unusually warm weather, with temperatures reaching the 40s and 50s.
One city that may be on the cusp of rewriting its weather history is Minneapolis, Minnesota. Aimed to shatter its previous record high of 46 degrees set back in 1957, forecasters anticipate the middle 50s to grace the city. Additionally, other cities like Duluth, Minnesota; Green Bay, Wisconsin; Sioux Falls, South Dakota; and Cedar Rapids, Iowa, may also witness high temperature records being broken.
Christmas Day itself will grant Green Bay near-record high temperatures of nearly 50 degrees. As residents in the area exchange gifts and gather with their loved ones, they might want to consider taking their celebrations outdoors to fully enjoy the rare warmth.
However, while the Midwest grapples with this unseasonable warmth, other regions across the country are bracing for severe weather conditions. A cross-country storm is expected to bring heavy snowfall to the Rockies and rain to the normally arid Desert Southwest.
On Saturday, rain is scheduled to spread across the Great Plains, potentially causing flooding in parts of Texas, including Dallas and Houston by Sunday morning. The flood threat will then push eastward across the South, spanning from Missouri and Mississippi to Louisiana. Coastal areas such as Florida’s panhandle and parts of Georgia and South Carolina will also be under the threat of floods on Christmas morning. Experts predict that the Gulf Coast could receive 2 to 3 inches of rain, with some areas expecting as much as 4 to 5 inches.
In addition to the flooding, heavy snowfall is predicted in parts of Nebraska and South Dakota, with accumulations potentially reaching 6 to 12 inches or more. Northern Minnesota should also be on alert for ice issues on Tuesday morning, as icy conditions could pose challenges for commuters and travelers.
Finally, the cross-country storm is projected to reach the East Coast and Northeast by Tuesday and Wednesday, bringing further disruptions to holiday travel plans. Residents in those regions should prepare for potential delays and hazardous conditions.
As the nation experiences this patchwork of extreme weather patterns, it is crucial for residents to stay informed and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety. Swerd Media will continue to closely monitor the situation and provide updated reports as needed.
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