Today will be one of the wettest in recent memory.
The NOAA gives daily warnings of any potentially dangerous weather conditions for us to consider. With the recent snowstorm that affected millions around the East Coast fresh in our memory, the NOAA has issued another warning that will affect a significant portion of the nation.
How prepared are you to face potential supercells and even a tornado?
Our planet’s weather patterns are changing to reflect its current state of health
Our impact on the planet has been profound, to say the least.
Over the past decade, specifically the period between 2015 and this year, temperatures reached their hottest in history. The boiling of our planet has raised alarm bells across the geopolitical spectrum.
We now know that since 1981, the rate of global warming has drastically risen, even doubling the temperature in the worst cases.
And the wet weather that has encompassed the nation can be directly attributed to global warming. As the ocean absorbs the vast majority of the heat our planet produces, the “turbo-charged” sea is forming tropical cyclones and more intense hurricanes across some parts of the world.
The NOAA has saved countless lives and homes through its warnings
The NOAA has truly become a public entity of the highest importance.
Global warming and the emissions from our collective need for more energy have created a perilous situation for us all. The NOAA recently issued a warning that tornado season may awaken early this year.
The now iconic snow blizzard that encompassed most of the East Coast saw people being forced to shelter in place to ride out the storm.
We have a full understanding of the dangers that unpredictable weather can present to us. And today may be one of the worst in recent memory for some. The NOAA has been providing us with the time to prepare for the worst-case scenario and plan measures to keep ourselves and our homes safe.
The localized flooding that took place on March 10 has proven that when the NOAA speaks, we all need to sit up and pay attention.
Recent unforeseen weather conditions have seen the NOAA predicting that today might be one of the wettest in recent memory. Global warming is affecting nearly every aspect and icon of this great nation. From our emblematic lakes, which are evaporating before our eyes, to the daily weather conditions.
Some may face the full might of Mother Nature today
March 17th will see severe weather conditions playing out across four states.
According to the NOAA Convective Outlook for March 17, four states are under a Moderate Risk advisory of heavy rainfall, possible supercells, and tornadoes in some cases.
The worst-off regions today will be:
- Virginia: The warning from the NOAA covers the central and eastern parts of Virginia.
- North Carolina: NC will see mostly the central region being affected by the intense storms.
- Maryland: This iconic state will also see possible supercells and tornadoes on March 17.
- South Carolina: If you thought that NC was going to get the worst of it, then you might want to check the official warning from NOAA.
NOAA has issued a stern warning to the residents of these four states over exceedingly strong tornadoes, possibly transforming into supercells in some regions. Wide-spread damaging winds may also be common today, as well as very large hail, potentially reaching 1 inch in diameter.
It seems like some of us just can’t catch a break in the weather. First, it was the exceedingly hot temperatures a few weeks ago. Now it’s a very serious warning over supercells and tornadoes forming today.
We urge you to check your local weather report and plan ahead, maybe even take the day off from work or school.
Disclaimer: Our coverage of weather patterns, climate outlooks, and severe weather forecasts is based on information from official sources such as the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the National Weather Service. This content is provided for informational purposes only and should not replace official alerts, warnings, or guidance issued by NOAA or local authorities. Always consult the NOAA resources linked in our article and follow official safety recommendations and advisories.