The salient point of this morning's briefing is the significant winter weather and river flooding affecting various regions across the United States. As we delve into the current meteorological conditions, we note that the National Weather Service has issued warnings for heavy snow in interior Maine, while the Skokomish River in Washington faces a flood warning due to moderate flooding. It is imperative for individuals traversing the impacted corridors to remain vigilant for sudden whiteouts and to heed local wind advisories, particularly in areas prone to hazardous driving conditions. Additionally, we observe that coastal systems are gradually moving out of New England, yet challenges persist in the form of lake effect snow and ongoing winter advisories in multiple states. We shall continue to monitor these developments and provide updates as necessary to ensure public safety. The discourse presented unfolds with a comprehensive overview of the meteorological phenomena affecting various regions of the United States as of January 12, 2026. The session commences with an alert regarding winter weather conditions that are significantly impacting travel and daily life, particularly in northern states such as Maine, where heavy snowfall is reported. The National Weather Service elucidates the ongoing challenges posed by snow squalls and low visibility, advising travelers to exercise caution. As the narrative progresses, the discussion shifts to the implications of coastal weather systems affecting New England, followed by a detailed analysis of localized flooding concerns in Southern California and the Skokomish River area. Such phenomena underscore the critical need for vigilance and adherence to safety protocols during adverse weather conditions, particularly regarding driving in flood-prone areas and heeding wind advisories.
Takeaways:
The National Weather Service has issued warnings regarding heavy snow and flooding across various states, necessitating caution for travelers.
Motorists are advised to be vigilant for unexpected whiteouts and slick road conditions in winter weather zones.
In Southern California, strong northeast winds are diminishing, yet wind advisories continue to affect several areas throughout the day.
Maine's interior regions remain under winter storm warnings, impacting travel due to significant snowfall and winter conditions.
Flood warnings persist for the Skokomish River in Washington, indicating moderate flooding is expected and caution is advised.
Overall, most states report no new significant weather changes, maintaining stability in forecasts for the day.
The National Weather Service says a coastal low exits New England today, but interior Maine still deals with heavy snow while snow squalls fire downwind of the lower Great Lakes.
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If you're driving those corridors, watch for sudden whiteouts out west.
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Gusty northeast winds ease through the day across Southern California after an overnight peak in western Washington, the Skokomish river stays under a flood warning with moderate flooding forecast.
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Low spots near Potlatch typically see water over road shoulders there.
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In the tropics, there are no active cyclones in the Atlantic or Eastern Pacific at this time.
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Plan for slick roads where lake effect bands set up.
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Heed local wind advisories in canyon and pass areas and never drive through floodwaters.
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Lets run through the states.
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Alaska Primary statewide hazards today are cold wind and localized blowing snow.
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No new high impact warnings posted overnight from the Anchorage or Fairbanks forecast offices.
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Arizona NWS Phoenix Highlights a wind advisory type setup along the lower Colorado River Valley today with gusts around 25 to 30 miles per hour and 1 to 3 foot waves on Lake Mohave.
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Elsewhere, it's breezy and dry with benign fire weather.
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California Strong Northeast winds that peaked overnight are easing, but wind advisories remain in effect through 1pm for the i5 corridor, Western Antelope Valley foothills, Ventura county valleys and parts of the San Gabriel range.
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Gusts 40-50 mph can still affect high profile vehicles and loft debris.
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Earlier high wind warnings across the LA County Mountains have expired.
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Maine Interior and northern zones remain under winter headlines as the departing coastal system leaves heavy snow and difficult travel this morning.
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NWS Caribou keeps winter storm warnings Winter weather advisories up with marine gale warnings offshore.
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New York Lake effect bands and squalls persist east of Lakes Erie in Ontario.
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NWS Buffalo keeps a winter weather advisory for the Tug Hill north country into early Tuesday.
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Marine gale warnings are posted on Lake Erie nearshore waters today.
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Washington A flood warning continues for the Skokomish river at Potlatch in Mason county with moderate flooding expected.
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All other states have no significant updates in the last 24 hours.
