Numerous states across the U.S., stretching from Texas to the East Coast, are bracing for severe thunderstorms this week, as forecasters warn of potential weather disturbances. Meteorologists at AccuWeather have highlighted the risks of flash flooding, hail, and localized damaging wind gusts as a cold front meets warm, humid conditions, causing widespread storms typical of early autumn.
Severe thunderstorms are predicted to start from eastern Texas and extend through Louisiana to the Midwest regions, including parts of Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. These areas may experience damaging winds, hail, lightning, and isolated tornadoes. AccuWeather has also cautioned that travelers and commuters in key cities, such as Nashville, Cincinnati, Houston, and Memphis, could face delays due to the severe weather conditions.
By Thursday, the storms are set to intensify along the Eastern corridor, affecting states from southern New Jersey to Georgia and Alabama. Major cities, including Atlanta, Charlotte, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, New York City, and Boston, are likely to experience disruptions along the I-85 and I-95 corridors. This escalation is expected to affect businesses, with potential flight delays and power outages across the regions.
In response, the National Weather Service (NWS) has issued advisories about heavy to excessive rainfall, especially in the Ohio and Tennessee Valleys. Meanwhile, similar warnings have been made for Arizona and New Mexico, where monsoon thunderstorms could lead to flash flooding later in the week.
Localized weather services have also provided updates on their social media platforms. The NWS in Houston anticipates thunderstorms as a cold front moves through, bringing heavy rain and the potential for urban flooding. In Kentucky, continued rounds of storms may become severe in some areas, while New Jersey expects significant rainfall, with the potential for lingering showers into the weekend.
Residents and businesses are encouraged to stay informed through regular updates from agencies such as the NWS and the Storm Prediction Center. These institutions will continue to provide vital information to help navigate and mitigate the impacts of these severe weather events.