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At 501 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8 miles northwest of Protection, moving northeast at 35 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of southwestern Kiowa, northwestern Comanche and east central Clark Counties. If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

* WHAT...East to southeast winds 30 to 35 mph with gusts 50-60 mph are expected. The strongest winds may be focused immediately downstream of the higher terrain, and along terrain gaps and east-west oriented valleys Friday morning. * WHERE...A portion of Southeast Arizona. * WHEN...From 11 PM Thursday to 11 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong and gusty winds over desert areas could result in blowing dust, briefly lowering visibility below a mile at times. Difficult driving conditions will be present, especially for larger

* WHAT...Minor tidal overflow during times of high tides, dangerous rip currents, and elevated surf. * WHERE...Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Thursday afternoon. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM PDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Minor to moderate flooding of sea water is likely around high tide at low-lying beach and harbor areas that is uncommon with normal tidal ranges. Enhanced beach erosion is

* WHAT...Minor tidal overflow during times of high tides, dangerous rip currents, and elevated surf. * WHERE...Ventura County Beaches. * WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Thursday afternoon. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM PDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding of sea water is likely around high tide at low-lying beach and harbor areas that is uncommon with normal tidal ranges. Enhanced beach erosion is possible. The

* WHAT...Snow expected, particularly for elevations above 8,500ft. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches in upper Little and Big Cottonwood, with higher amounts expected for elevations above 9,000ft. * WHERE...Wasatch Mountains South of I-80. * WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions are expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Early season snowfall on roadways may pose a significant risk to under-prepared travelers. While minor snow accumulations are expected for upper Little and Big Cottonwood

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to two to four inches. * WHERE...Western Uinta Mountains. * WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions are expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Seasonal roads such as Bald Mountain Pass remain open at this time and may pose a significant risk to under-prepared travelers. If traveling along high elevation routes, be prepared for periods of accumulating road snow. Slow down and use caution while traveling. For winter road conditions

* WHAT...Elevated high tides 6.5 to 7 ft will continue through Thursday with surf of 3 to 6 ft, with sets to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...Through Thursday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Minor coastal flooding and beach erosion. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides will fall below 6.5 ft after the Thursday high tide. A south swell from 190 degrees of 3 ft with a 15 to 17 second period will be present through Thursday. A

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of a coating to 3 inches for elevations up to 9,000 feet. Snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches are expected across elevations of 9,000 feet and above. * WHERE...Wind River Mountains East and Wind River Mountains West. * WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Wednesday. The time of maximum impact is most likely Tuesday afternoon into Tuesday night. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult especially across the backcountry. The hazardous conditions may impact the commutes across South Pass.

* WHAT...Highly variable visibility as low as one quarter of a mile in dense fog. * WHERE...Canyon Ferry Area, Gallatin Valley, and Missouri Headwaters. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to noon MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Below freezing temperatures tonight may lead to a glaze of ice on surfaces, most notably on bridges and overpasses. If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.

Thursday into the weekend, a series of low pressure systems will move toward Southeast Alaska, bringing widespread moderate to heavy rainfall. Strong winds are also expected for coastal and southern panhandle communities. While the exact timing and impacts of the system are still being refined, confidence is continuing to increase that this will be a more impactful system for Southeast Alaska. For the northern and central Panhandle, while rivers are expected to rise no flooding is anticipated at this time.