The episode elucidates the current atmospheric conditions affecting various regions of the United States, particularly highlighting the ongoing Pacific atmospheric river that is inundating Washington and Oregon. The National Weather Service has issued multiple flood warnings, including a flood watch for the Seattle Metro area, which is expected to persist through Friday. Concurrently, a winter storm is advancing through the Northern Plains, bringing significant snowfall and hazardous conditions that may lead to treacherous travel. Additionally, damaging winds are impacting South Central regions, compounding the challenges faced by restoration efforts in areas previously affected by severe weather. As we navigate these multifaceted weather phenomena, I urge all listeners to exercise caution and remain informed about local conditions.
Takeaways:
The Pacific atmospheric river is significantly impacting Washington and Oregon, leading to multiple flood warnings.
Residents are urged to avoid flooded roads and remain vigilant for potential landslides in steep areas.
A fast-moving winter storm is expected to bring severe weather conditions across parts of the Midwest.
High winds are causing additional challenges in South Central Alaska, with ongoing power restoration efforts indicated.
Winter storm warnings are in effect for several states, including Minnesota and Michigan, with substantial snowfall predicted.
Ongoing flooding concerns persist in western Washington as river flood warnings remain active through Friday.
Avoid flooded roads and watch for landslides on steep terrain farther east.
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A fast moving winter storm brings heavy snow blowing, drifting and pockets of icing from the Dakotas into Minnesota, Wisconsin and northern Michigan today into Wednesday in Alaska.
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Damaging high winds continue to impact parts of South Central today after a windy weekend.
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Power restoration is ongoing in the Mat.
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SU Lastly, USGS reports continued aftershocks near Yakutat following Saturday's magnitude 7 event.
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Yesterday included several magnitude 5 point class quakes north of Yakutat.
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No US tsunami alerts.
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Let's run through the states.
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Alaska High wind warnings and advisories continue across parts of South Central this morning, including the Matanuska Susitna Valley where gusts have topped warning criteria.
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Additional tree damage and sporadic outages are possible as restoration crews work.
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The NWS highlights dangerous crosswinds and blowing snow and exposed passes.
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The Anchorage Daily News reports most Matsu schools closed again today as residents brace for another day of wind.
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Michigan A winter storm warning remains in effect for western Mackinac county until 10am EST with 4 to 8 inches of additional lake enhanced snow in gusts to 35 mph.
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Central Northern Lower MI also sees periods of snow today with slick roads.
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Marine hazards continue on nearshore waters.
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Minnesota Winter storm warnings and advisories are in effect today into early Wednesday for much of central and northern Minnesota as a clipper moves through.
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The NWS calls for 4 to 8 inches north of I94 with a wintry mix possible near and south of the twin cities.
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Winds gusting 30-40 mph will create patchy blowing snow and rapidly changing conditions.
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Montana Multiple winter weather advisories and high wind warnings are posted across Montana.
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Advisories cover the West Glacier and Potomac Seeley lake regions for 2 to 5 inches of snow through Wednesday morning while high winds affect portions of central eastern Mt.
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Eg Livingston Judith Gap.
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North Dakota A messy winter storm is underway.
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The northern Red River Valley is under a winter storm warning 6am today to 6am Wednesday.
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Elsewhere, freezing rain and mixed percip will glaze roads this morning before colder air flips to snow and blowing snow.
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Gusts to 45 to 50 mph may drop visibility and produce patchy ice.
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Oregon Heavy rain continues today through Wednesday under an atmospheric river, with the NWS highlighting river, small stream and urban flooding concerns across NW Oregon.
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Some coastal tidal overflow is possible during high tides.
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Portland transportation officials urge extra time and caution on commutes.
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Widespread river flood warnings are in effect across western Washington as heavy rain continues.
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The Stillaguamish at Arlington and the Puyallup at Puyallup are among rivers under warnings.
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A flood watch covers the Seattle area through Friday.
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Impacts ramp up today into Wednesday.
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Winter storm warnings advisories cover parts of central western and southern Wisconsin with 2 to 7 inches common and locally higher totals in warned areas.
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A wintry mix and gusty winds will create slick roads and brief whiteouts, especially this evening and overnight.
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Wyoming A winter storm warning remains in effect for Yellowstone national park and the Absarokas through Wednesday afternoon, with 10 to 20 inches possible on higher terrain and ridge top gusts up to 60-70 mph.
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WYDOT reports dangerous winds and blowover risk on several corridors.
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All other states have no significant updates in the last 24 hours.
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That's your EMN Morning Brief for Tuesday, December 9th.
