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    As Texas fire danger continues, Central Plains to experience severe weather

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    Severe storms are expected across the central Plains and middle Mississippi Valley on Tuesday.  

    TEXAS POWER GRID OPERATOR URGES RESIDENTS TO CONSERVE ENERGY AS PLANTS GO OFFLINE

    Severe storm threat map (Credit: Fox News)

    Large hail, damaging winds, isolated tornadoes and heavy rain could cause flooding across the regions. 

    U.S. rain forecast (Credit: Fox News)

    Record-breaking heat continues to spread over the southern Plains with heat indices feeling well over 100 degrees in some spots. 

    U.S. forecast heat index (Credit: Fox News)

    Critical fire danger will be a concern for West Central Texas, with high temperatures, low humidity and gusty winds.

    Potential U.S. record-high temperatures (Credit: Fox News)

    And, primary day weather is excellent for all states including Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Idaho, Oregon and Kentucky.  

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    Voters will experience plenty of sunshine and comfortable temperatures. 

    Janice Dean joined FOX News Channel (FNC) in January 2004 where she currently serves as senior meteorologist for the network. In addition, she is the morning meteorologist for FNC’s signature morning show, FOX & Friends (weekdays 6-9AM/ET) as well as contributes to FOX Weather, FOX News Media’s free ad-supported streaming television (“FAST”) weather service.

    Texas, Midwest and Great Lakes threatened by tornadoes, hail from thunderstorms

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    Strong-to-severe thunderstorms will develop Thursday from Texas to the upper Midwest and Great Lakes, bringing the threat of hail, damaging winds, heavy rainfall and tornadoes. 

    SECOND NORTH CAROLINA HOUSE COLLAPSES AT CAPE HATTERAS NATIONAL SEASHORE

    U.S. severe storm threat (Credit: Fox News)

    It feels more like summer than spring across the central U.S. and toward the Great Lakes and the interior Northeast.  

    East Coast futuretrack (Credit: Fox News)

    Daytime record temperatures will be broken again for dozens of states.

    SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA FIRE TORCHES MILLION-DOLLAR COASTAL HOMES AS BLAZE CONTINUES TO GROW

    Unsettled weather is forecast in the Northwest over the next few days, with rain along the coast and some mountain snow.

    Northwest futuretrack (Credit: Fox News)

    An area of low pressure off the East Coast will bring rounds of wet weather, gusty winds and some coastal flooding. 

    Fire weather alerts (Credit: Fox News)

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    Critical fire danger continues for the central and southern High Plains, with strong winds and dry warm weather fueling the spread of wildfires.

    Janice Dean joined FOX News Channel (FNC) in January 2004 where she currently serves as senior meteorologist for the network. In addition, she is the morning meteorologist for FNC’s signature morning show, FOX & Friends (weekdays 6-9AM/ET) as well as contributes to FOX Weather, FOX News Media’s free ad-supported streaming television (“FAST”) weather service.

    Second North Carolina house collapses at Cape Hatteras National Seashore

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    The National Park Service (NPS) in North Carolina reported that a second unoccupied house in Rodanthe had collapsed into the Atlantic Ocean on Tuesday afternoon, as officials warned people to avoid the beach due to coastal flood and high surf advisories. 

    Video from the Cape Hatteras National Seashore showed heavy surf overtaking the structure at 24265 Ocean Drive.

    EFFORT AGAINST SOUTHWEST FIRES CONTINUE AS WIND, DUST IMPACT REGION

    The first house collapsed earlier in the day at 24235 Ocean Drive.

    The beach near Ocean Drive is closed and visitors are cautioned to stay away.

    On Feb. 9, an Ocean Drive house also collapsed onto Seashore property, with debris spreading across many miles of beach before volunteers organized a cleanup event. 

    “Unfortunately, there may be more houses that collapse onto Seashore beaches in the near future,” David Hallac, superintendent of National Parks of Eastern North Carolina, said in a statement on Tuesday. “We proactively reached out to homeowners along Ocean Drive in Rodanthe after the first house collapse and recommended that actions be taken to prevent collapse and impacts to Cape Hatteras National Seashore.”

    EMPEROR PENGUINS AT RISK OF EXTINCTION

    The agency said the Seashore would be working with the homeowner to organize cleanup activities, and that people who plan to clear some of the debris should place piles above the high tide line.

    North Carolina’s coast is almost entirely made up of narrow, low-lying barrier islands. Hatteras Island is part of what’s known as the Outer Banks.

    Cape Hatteras National Seashore confirmed reports of an unoccupied house collapse at 24235 Ocean Drive, Rodanthe, N.C. (NPS Photo)

    Large swells have continued to pound the state’s Outer Banks due to a strong storm system offshore.

    Breaking waves of 10-15 feet have pushed ocean floodwaters inland 2-4 feet above ground level, according to Fox Weather. 

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    Coastal flood warnings and high surf advisories remain in effect into Thursday.

    The Associated Press contributed to this report.

    South to see record-breaking heat as East Coast to experience flooding, gusty winds

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    Summertime heat will expand across the Plains, up into the Midwest and even the interior Northeast through Thursday.  

    EFFORT AGAINST SOUTHWEST FIRES CONTINUES AS WIND, DUST IMPACT REGION

    Warm weather building northward (Credit: Fox News)

    Record-breaking temperatures will soar into the upper 90s for the southern U.S.

    Eastern wind gust forecast (Credit: Fox News)

    An area of low pressure along the East Coast will continue to bring gusty winds, coastal flooding, periods of rain and cooler conditions for the Southeast and mid-Atlantic. 

    Western forecast high temperatures (Credit: Fox News)

    Across the West, cooler-than-average air has been the story, with higher elevation snow.  

    Southwest fire weather alerts (Credit: Fox News)

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    The weather has not helped the fire danger for the Southwest and High Plains, as strong winds and warm dry conditions persist.

    Janice Dean joined FOX News Channel (FNC) in January 2004 where she currently serves as senior meteorologist for the network. In addition, she is the morning meteorologist for FNC’s signature morning show, FOX & Friends (weekdays 6-9AM/ET) as well as contributes to FOX Weather, FOX News Media’s free ad-supported streaming television (“FAST”) weather service.

    West Virginia flooding kills 1, governor declares State of Preparedness

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    West Virginia streets flooded Friday after several inches of heavy rain fell in and around the Ohio River community. 

    Fox Weather reported that one person was killed and several others were rescued in the event. 

    TORNADOES CAUSE WIDESPREAD DAMAGE IN TEXAS, OKLAHOMA

    The victim was farming in Cabell County when he was swept away by the rising floodwaters, according to West Virginia Emergency Management officials.

    WSAZ reported that the Cabell County Sheriff’s Office identified the man as 63-year-old Denver Edmunds.

    Huntington Mayor Steve Williams said there was severe damage to public and private property, as well as a disruption of utility services.

    Williams declared a state of emergency for the city, and instructed residents to closely monitor weather and emergency updates and to not attempt to drive through the water. 

    Schools were dismissed early on Friday in both Cabell and Wayne counties and first responders helped guide families out of their homes in some areas.

    NEW MEXICO WILDFIRES CAPTURED IN NASA SATELLITE IMAGES

    Gov. Jim Justice declared a State of Preparedness for all 55 counties throughout West Virginia due to the threat of the storms, which were expected to continue through the weekend. 

    The declaration directs the State Emergency Operations Center and its partner agencies to prepare to respond and the governor’s office said that coordinating agencies are being placed on standby to report to the State Emergency Operations Center.

    • A view of a house in a flooded area in Spencer, West Virginia, May 6, 2022, in this still image obtained from a social media video uploaded on May 6, 2022.  (Twitter @Elicaldwell/via REUTERS)

    • A person exits his vehicle as it submerges in flood water in Spencer, West Virginia, May 6, 2022, in this picture obtained from social media.  (Twitter @Elicaldwell/via REUTERS)

    • A view of a house in a flooded area in Spencer, West Virginia, May 6, 2022, in this still image obtained from a social media video uploaded on May 6, 2022.  (Twitter @Elicaldwell/via REUTERS)

    • A view of a flooded area in Spencer, West Virginia, UMay 6, 2022, in this picture obtained from social media.  (Twitter @Elicaldwell/via REUTERS )

    “Gov. Justice and the WVEMD ask all West Virginians to remain attentive to weather conditions through local media reports and follow any instructions issued by emergency officials,” the office said. 

    On Saturday morning, rain was expected to continue – though much lighter than on Friday.

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    Last August, more than four inches of rain caused severe flooding in Huntington, swamping parked cars. 

    The Associated Press contributed to this report.

    Storm forecast to threaten Plains as Northeast experiences below-average temperatures

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    Temperatures are still below average across the Northeast, with some moderation coming over the weekend into more seasonal averages for this time of year.

    BAD NEWS FOR ALLERGY SUFFERERS: POLLEN COUNTS ARE ON THE RISE

    Friday frost and freeze alerts (Credit: Fox News)

    A strong storm across the central Plains will ramp up the risk of strong-to-severe weather across the region, including the threat of large hail, damaging winds, tornadoes and heavy rainfall, which could lead to flooding.  

    Friday severe storm threat (Credit: Fox News)

    Behind this system, it will be cold enough for measurable snow over the northern Rockies. 

    Friday Fox model (Credit: Fox News)

    Extreme fire danger remains high for the central and southern Plains with gusty winds and dry conditions elevating the risk.

    Fire weather alerts through Friday (Credit: Fox News)

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    The Northwest remains active with coastal rain and mountain snow.

    Janice Dean joined FOX News Channel (FNC) in January 2004 where she currently serves as senior meteorologist for the network. In addition, she is the morning meteorologist for FNC’s signature morning show, FOX & Friends (weekdays 6-9AM/ET) as well as contributes to FOX Weather, FOX News Media’s free ad-supported streaming television (“FAST”) weather service.

    Stormy weather to threaten areas from Texas to New England

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    A cold front moving toward the East Coast will bring the risk of showers, thunderstorms and isolated flooding from Texas to New England.  

    BIDEN ORDER AIMS TO PROTECT OLD-GROWTH FORESTS AS WILDFIRES BLAZE AROUND US

    Some higher elevation snow will be possible where temperatures are below average.  

    Potential record low temperatures (Credit: Fox News)

    There is also the potential for record lows in areas stretching from the Great Lakes to the Northeast.

    Fire weather outlook (Credit: Fox News)

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    Fire danger will be elevated over sections of the Plains on Tuesday, with warm, dry weather and breezy conditions.

    Janice Dean joined FOX News Channel (FNC) in January 2004 where she currently serves as senior meteorologist for the network. In addition, she is the morning meteorologist for FNC’s signature morning show, FOX & Friends (weekdays 6-9AM/ET) as well as contributes to FOX Weather, FOX News Media’s free ad-supported streaming television (“FAST”) weather service.

    Winter storm to hit Northeast with heavy snow, rain

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    A major winter storm will impact the Northeast on Friday. 

    MOST WIDESPREAD DROUGHT IN 9 YEARS EXPECTED TO EXPAND 

    Northeast winter weather alerts through Friday (Credit: Fox News)

    Heavy snow will pile up across New England, while a mixture of ice, snow and rain will cause travel issues for parts of Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York. 

    Northeast snow forecast (Credit: Fox News)

    Another round of arctic air is moving in across the Great Lakes.

    Rainfall, winter weather over the eastern U.S. (Credit: Fox News)

    Heavy rain will bring the risk of flooding for parts of the Ohio and Tennessee valleys along the associated cold front. 

    Northeast futuretrack (Credit: Fox News)

    Temperatures will fall behind the front as it shifts eastward.

    Saturday forecast highs (Credit: Fox News)

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    Meanwhile, a new system is pushing across the Northwest, bringing snow to the mountains and rain across the lower elevations.  

    Janice Dean joined FOX News Channel (FNC) in January 2004 where she currently serves as senior meteorologist for the network. In addition, she is the morning meteorologist for FNC’s signature morning show, FOX & Friends (weekdays 6-9AM/ET) as well as contributes to FOX Weather, FOX News Media’s free ad-supported streaming television (“FAST”) weather service.

    Warmer weather forecast for much of US as storms continue for West, Florida

    A warm-up is coming for much of the country after several days of colder-than-average temperatures.   

    CHILLY WEATHER SETTLES ACROSS EAST AS HEAVY RAIN FORECAST FOR WEST

    The West Coast is in line for another parade of storm systems.  

    Parade of storms over the West (Credit: Fox News)

    Heavy rain will fall along the coast, with a bullseye of 3-5 inches of rain from northern California up into western Washington.  

    Strong winds will accompany the storm, with 60-65 mph gusts.  

    Rain forecast for the West (Credit: Fox News)

    High wind warnings and advisories are in effect.

    A weekend coastal storm will develop, bringing heavy rain to Florida and then off the Southeast coastline.  

    East Coast weekend storm (Credit: Fox News)

    Powerful winds will also ramp up along the East Coast.  

    Florida coastal storm (Credit: Fox News)

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    Coastal flooding will be a threat for Georgia and South Carolina. 

    Janice Dean currently serves as senior meteorologist for FOX News Channel (FNC). In addition, she is the morning meteorologist for FNC’s “FOX and Friends” (weekdays 6-9AM/ET). She joined the network in January 2004. She is the author of several books. Her latest is “Make Your Own Sunshine.” Click here for more information on Janice Dean.

    Nor’easter brings windy weather to New England as Gulf Coast forecast to see storms

    The season’s first nor’easter is bringing incredible wind gusts to New England.  

    HOW FOX WEATHER METEOROLOGIST AMY FREEZE’S CHILLY LAST NAME PAVED HER CAREER PATH: ‘IT’S MY REAL NAME’

    Wind alerts in the Northeast, New England areas (Credit: Fox News)

    Reports along the coast of winds in excess of 95 miles per hour will no doubt bring damage and power outages from eastern Long Island, New York, to coastal Massachusetts. 

    Flood alerts for the New England area (Credit: Fox News)

    The rain and flooding risk has diminished, but some areas could see 1-2 inches as the storm eventually pulls away from the coast later Wednesday.

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    Severe storm threat over the Southeast (Credit: Fox News)

    Strong to severe storms will shift to the Gulf Coast on Wednesday with damaging winds, hail, heavy rain and isolated tornadoes from Texas to southern Mississippi. 

    Janice Dean currently serves as senior meteorologist for FOX News Channel (FNC). In addition, she is the morning meteorologist for FNC’s “FOX and Friends” (weekdays 6-9AM/ET). She joined the network in January 2004. She is the author of several books. Her latest is “Make Your Own Sunshine.” Click here for more information on Janice Dean.