Flood threat ramps up across US as rounds of heavy rain target Southwest and Southeast
Prediction markets at Kalshi break down the chances of rain on Tuesday, giving Miami and West Palm Beach a 99% chance of precipitation.
Flooding rain and storms closing in on the West
Rounds of heavy rain and storms are pushing into the West, with a flooding threat in effect across Southern California, Arizona, New Mexico and Utah on Wednesday and Thursday. Severe weather is also possible, with damaging winds and hail as the primary threats.
Wet weather returns across parts of the U.S. this week, with rainfall expected Tuesday, raising flood threats in some areas.
Portions of the Southwest and Southeast are expected to see heavy rain and storms today, along with a multi-day threat.
In the Southwest, severe storms and heavy rain are expected in New Mexico as a strong upper-level trough moves across the region by midweek, bringing increased moisture.
RUIDOSO, UNITED STATES - JULY 18, 2024: A sign at the entrance to the Upper Canyon neighborhood on July 18, 2024 in Ruidoso, NM.
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Because of the expected widespread heavy rainfall, a Level 2 out of 4 flash flood threat is active from Wednesday through Thursday.
Outside the heavy rainfall, the region is expected to experience serious storm conditions, with a primary threat of damaging wind and hail until Thursday.
BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 31:An anhinga sits in the rain at the Green Cay Nature Preserve on October 31, 2021 in Boynton Beach, Florida.
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Meanwhile, in the Southeast, the popular city of Miami and West Palm Beach are expected to see precipitation Tuesday.
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With the expected severe weather, prediction markets at Kalshi break down the chances of rain on Tuesday, giving Miami and West Palm Beach a 99% chance of precipitation.
In the Southwest, where severe storms are building, Albuquerque also has a 99% chance of rain.