The weather conditions across the southern US only intensified on Monday, leaving around 12 million people under alert for possible tornadoes and flash floods. The Memorial Day for residents of states like Oklahoma and Mississippi was dampened with heavy rainfall as strong storms hit the southern US. Flash flood warnings were issued, and tornado watches were in effect throughout Memorial Day in several US States. If you are someone who wants to know more about the severe weather and flash flooding across the southern US, the following article is for you.
Six Tornadoes Hit Southern US On Memorial Day
According to the reports that are coming from the southern states of the United States, a total of 6 tornadoes hit the states in the overnight hours that led into Memorial Day. Out of the 6 tornadoes reported, 5 hit Texas while 1 hit New Mexico. According to the reports, hail that reached up to six inches in diameter also fell over Alton in Texas. Both cities were on high alert for severe weather conditions throughout Memorial Day. Around 100,000 customers residing in areas falling between Texas and Alabama were left without power on Memorial Day afternoon.
Severe Rainfall And Thunderstorm Watch Issued On Monday
According to the reports, cities like Dallas, Shreveport, Louisiana, have already received rainfall ranging from one to four inches on Memorial Day morning. Oklahoma was also under a flash flood warning after receiving rainfall as high as four to six inches. A thunderstorm watch was also in effect for several states across the southern US, like eastern Louisiana and south-central Mississippi, on Monday, that lasted until 7 PM CT. The reports suggested the residents could expect up to 65 MPH. A tornado watch was also in effect in several areas of Texas in the afternoon.
Flash Flood Warnings Issued For Southern US On Memorial Day
Flash flood warnings were also issued for northeastern Texas, as well as Louisiana and Mississippi. According to the reports, the warnings impacted more than 350,000 people in Louisiana. The authorities instructed the residents to move to higher ground. Mississippi had flash warnings extending south along the Mississippi River through Memorial Day morning. According to what the officials said, flash floods were possible in small creeks and streams. Highways, streets, and underpasses with poor drainage were also areas of concern.
Airports Affected Because Of The Severe Weather Conditions Across the Southern US
The severe weather conditions across the Southern US also ended up leading to airport shutdowns that significantly impacted travelers. According to the reports, Dallas-Ft. Worth International Airport experienced ground delays because of the thunderstorms. George Bush Intercontinental Airport also reported similar delays that impacted the travelers. The severe thunderstorms also impacted other airports like the Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport, Arkansas, and Memphis International Airport, in Tennessee. Interstate highways were also closed for travelers because of the threat of flash floods.
Severe Weather Conditions Continue After Memorial Day
According to what the Storm Prediction Center reported, the weather conditions on Tuesday, the 27th of May, will also remain severe. There are slight risks of thunderstorms that may affect the residents living in parts of the southern Plains eastward to the Southeast. Warnings have been issued for potential hailstorms and damaging winds across south-central Texas. Residents of the lower Mississippi Valley may also expect to experience damaging winds on Tuesday. Mid-Atlantic and Northeast areas may expect rainfall from Wednesday to Saturday as the low pressure shifts northeast in the middle of the week.
