Apex Wx

Flash Flood Threat Continues Across the Southern Plains, ArkLaTex, and Mid-Atlantic
Heavy rainfall and the risk of flash flooding will continue today across parts of the southern and central Plains, the ArkLaTex region, and portions of the Mid-Atlantic. Repeated rounds of thunderstorms are expected to develop along a nearly stationary weather front, producing periods of intense rainfall that may lead to rapid flooding, especially in areas that have already received significant rain. Some locations from Oklahoma and Kansas into northeast Texas, southeast Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana could receive an additional 2 to 4 inches of rain, with locally higher amounts possible. Another area of concern extends from eastern Virginia into the Delmarva Peninsula, where slow-moving thunderstorms may produce very heavy downpours. Urban areas, including the Hampton Roads and Virginia Beach region, face an increased risk of flash flooding due to high rainfall rates and poor drainage.

Critical Fire Weather Conditions Expected Across Northern Arizona and Southern Utah
Dangerous fire weather conditions are expected today across parts of the Southwest, especially northern Arizona and southern Utah, where hot temperatures, very dry air, and gusty winds will increase the risk of rapid wildfire growth. Relative humidity levels are expected to fall to between 5 and 15 percent during the afternoon, while west to southwest winds of 10 to 20 mph will create favorable conditions for fires to spread quickly. Extremely dry vegetation and poor overnight humidity recovery will allow fire danger to remain elevated well after sunset. Additional areas of concern extend across portions of Nevada, Wyoming, and the Colorado Plateau. While only a slight chance exists for an isolated thunderstorm near Flagstaff, any storm that develops could produce strong, erratic winds with little rainfall, further increasing fire weather concerns.