Your Followed Topics

Top 2 national weather service News Today

#1
Monster waves wallop SoCal as 15-foot surf sparks beach warnings
#1 out of 2
weather21h ago

Monster waves wallop SoCal as 15-foot surf sparks beach warnings

  • Latest: a powerful south swell hit Southern California, bringing the area some of the year’s biggest surf
  • Waves up to 20 feet were possible at Newport Beach’s The Wedge due to the swell and jetty reflections
  • Orange County faced the heaviest conditions with forecasts of 8–15 feet in several areas
  • The National Weather Service issued a Beach Hazard Statement through Thursday afternoon
  • Officials warned of dangerous ocean conditions across the coast and rising coastal flooding risks
  • Lifeguards increased staffing and placed patrol vessels on standby in anticipation of hazardous conditions
  • Officials advised beachgoers to swim near open lifeguard towers and heed tower flags
  • Officials warned that rip currents could pull swimmers out to sea and waves may wash people off rocks
  • Coastal areas like Laguna Beach and Newport Beach implemented flood mitigation measures
Vote 0
0
#2
Stay Alert: Five Potential Rounds of Severe Storms
#2 out of 2
weather15h ago

Stay Alert: Five Potential Rounds of Severe Storms

  • The National Weather Service forecasts multiple rounds of severe storms in Madison from early Wednesday through Thursday evening.
  • Residents should expect possible 80+ mph winds, baseball-sized hail, and potential tornadoes if storms materialize.
  • The city may issue a 'destructive' tag on warnings to trigger outdoor sirens and alerts.
  • The advisory urges preparation for heat, power outages, and possible localized flash flooding.
  • Round 1 could bring gusty winds and large hail around midnight on Wednesday.
  • Round 2 may bring a line of storms with strong winds, hail, and tornadoes mid-day Wednesday.
  • Round 3 could bring a flood risk, though forecast confidence is lower.
  • Rounds 4 and 5 on Thursday may add more storms with potential flooding from rainfall.
  • Residents should stay informed via local TV weather, weather radios, emergency alerts, and Dane County’s system.
  • The guide recommends safe shelter locations and actions during tornado or severe thunderstorm warnings.
Vote 0
0

Explore Your Interests

Unlimited Access
Personalized Feed
Full Experience
or
By continuing, you agree to the Privacy Policy.. You also agree to receive our newsletters, you can opt-out any time.

Explore Your Interests

Create an account and enjoy content that interests you with your personalized feed

Unlimited Access
Personalized Feed
Full Experience
or
By continuing, you agree to the Privacy Policy.. You also agree to receive our newsletters, you can opt-out any time.

Advertisement

Advertisement