Weather News

The funding lapse has caused weather analysis tools used by businesses and government organizations across the United States to go dark. This includes the websites for four National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) regional centers, which serve 27 states in the central and southern parts of the US, such as Texas, Florida, Ohio, the Dakotas, and the Carolinas. These websites are no longer accessible, as seen in the notifications posted on their home pages. The regional climate centers, which were established in the early 1980s, are based at research universities and operate under a contract with NOAA. NOAA provides raw data, which regional scientists then use to create custom tools. These tools range from real-time drought monitors to hurricane trackers, all of which...

A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for portions of North Carolina and South Carolina, including the North Carolina counties of Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Jackson, Macon, and Swain, as well as Oconee County in South Carolina. The watch is in effect until midnight tonight. The National Weather Service issued the watch at 5:00 PM EDT on Thursday, April 10, and it will remain active until midnight EDT. Forecasters warn that the approaching storm system could produce severe thunderstorms, potentially bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and hail. Residents in the affected areas are encouraged to stay alert, monitor local weather updates, and take precautions as needed. This includes securing loose outdoor items, staying indoors if storms approach, and avoiding travel during de...