The USA are currently under intense stress Weather alert, with a range of extreme events ranging from heavy snow to heavy rain and an increasing fire risk. This situation caused concern among the authorities and the population lower 48 states. From widespread snowfall in the Mountain West to the threat of high-intensity fires in the plains to the possibility of strong storms in the Midwest.
He Climate change and unusual atmospheric conditions have led to this atypical scenario, in which drastic climate fluctuations occur even in traditionally stable areas. The scientific community and national weather services are on high alert, monitoring developments and providing constant updates.
Red alert for fires in the United States
Risks associated with atypical heat waves include an increased likelihood Forest firesdue to high temperatures and reduced humidity, in addition to negative impacts on agriculture due to destruction of crops, biodiversity, public health and air quality.
Lately, red alerts for high-risk fires have extended from the border in between USA And Mexico in Texas to the surrounding areas Chicagoand affects around 20 million people.
He Storm Prediction Center pointed out that the dangerous fire weather is already present in:
- Texas.
- New Mexico.
- Panhandle from Oklahoma.
- Texas.
- Nebraska And Iowa.
While the end of the warm winter in the United States is nice, it's also a sign that worries scientists. (Photo: CNN)
Thunderstorms from Chicago to St. Louis
Also the National Meteorological Service announced that thunderstorms were expected in the north of the country due to the unusually warm and humid air. The places that will be most affected by this phenomenon are:
- Chicago.
- Detroit.
- Missouri.
- St. Louis.
Heavy rain, lightning and the development of thunderstorms are expected in Chicago. (Photo: Telemundo Chicago)
mountain snow and strong winds west of the USA.
In the mountainous west of the USA, however, a sharp drop in temperature is expected. For this reason, winter storm warnings and winter weather advisories cover the elevated regions of the Mountain West.
He National Meteorological Service issues warnings for a wide area, from Nevada and Montana to Colorado and Wyoming, and urged citizens to prepare. As temperatures continue to drop eastward through Tuesday, snow is also expected North Dakota and that Northern Minnesotawhere winter weather warnings have already been issued.
The winter storm will affect more than 5 million people. (Photo: Morelos News)
Most weather activity will shift from Northern California to North Dakota. Therefore, it is expected to move east and south by midweek before leaving the east coast.
A record heat wave is also expected to spread northwards. Cold, dry air with low temperatures meets in the south as it descends within the jet stream. So he National Meteorological Service He stressed the need to be prepared for all eventualities.