Flood Threat for Gulf Coast, Southern Rockies, and High Plains
According to the National Weather Service, strong thunderstorms are expected to bring excessive rainfall and flooding to parts of the northern Gulf Coast, southern Rockies, and High Plains. This threat is expected to continue through the weekend.
Tropical Atlantic Remains Relatively Quiet, but Areas are Being Monitored
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is monitoring a tropical wave forecast to emerge off the west coast of Africa.1 Conditions could support some slow development as the system moves westward. In the eastern Pacific, a broad area of low pressure has a high chance of forming into a tropical depression late this weekend.2
Historical Weather Events for August 30
1838: Rhode Island’s Worst Tornado3
On this day in 1838, a major tornado—possibly the worst in Rhode Island’s history—passed south of Providence.4 The tornado uprooted trees, destroyed houses, and reportedly sucked water out of ponds.5
1982: A Tropical Depression Brings Rains and Tornadoes to Texas
A tropical depression brought torrential rains to parts of southern Texas, with some areas receiving up to 18 inches. The system also spawned 14 tornadoes over a three-day period.
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