30am ET Jan. 7: LONG POST AHEAD We are continuing to monitor the potential for multiple high-impact hazards from a powerful storm system Monday night into Tuesday. Severe Weather: We remain in a Slight Risk

6:30am ET Jan. 7: LONG POST AHEAD

We are continuing to monitor the potential for multiple high-impact hazards from a powerful storm system Monday night into Tuesday.

⛈️ Severe Weather: We remain in a Slight Risk (level 2 of 5) for Mon. night & Tues. However, the ceiling for this event is high, and we still can't rule out a significant severe event. Tornadoes (some strong) & damaging to destructive winds remain the primary hazards.

🌬️ Non-thunderstorm Winds: Damaging winds are also expected outside of storms. Most areas will see gusts of 40-55 mph, possibly up to 60 mph near the beaches. This could result in tree damage and power outages before strong to severe storms arrive.

🌧️ Rainfall: Locally heavy rainfall remains possible with 2-4 inches expected. Some isolated totals of 4-6 inches are possible. This may result in some flash flooding. Rises on rivers are also possible given repeated rainfall events.

⛵️ Beach/Boating: Extremely dangerous beach and boating conditions are expected. Storm and Gale Watches are in effect. Dangerous rip currents continue today through at least late this week with very high surf by Tuesday. Beach erosion & coastal flooding are also possible.

Now is the time to prepare for this event. Check your supplies. Ensure you have multiple ways to get warnings that will wake you up. Secure any outdoor items.

Keep up with the latest forecasts over the next day or so.