Flooding Threat in the South
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for parts of the Gulf Coast region, running from June 16 through June 18. 8 The watch covers several counties including Wayne, Perry, Greene, Stone, and George. 8
Heavy rainfall may produce locally considerable flash flooding over parts of South Texas, the western Gulf Coast, and Lower Mississippi River Valley. 1 The NWS Mobile, Alabama office issued the alert early Monday morning. 8
Heat Builds in the West
Hot temperatures are expected to persist over central and northern California and the Pacific Northwest. 1 The NWS flagged this heat concern alongside the southern flooding risk. 1
A severe weather outbreak with possible tornadoes may be developing for the Midwest, according to AccuWeather. 2 A brewing tropical rainstorm is expected to bring flooding dangers along the U.S. Gulf Coast, AccuWeather reported. 2 Gulf Coast, AccuWeather reported. 3
Severe Storm Damage Confirmed
The National Weather Service confirmed EF-3 tornado damage in Kouts, Indiana, following storm damage surveys in the area. 14 That confirmation came after NWS teams conducted surveys in Porter County. 14
In Indiana, a River Flood Warning for Parke County was issued June 11 and runs through June 17. 7 Outdoor exposure during active storms carries real risk — if outdoors, seeking shelter inside a building is advised. 5
El Niño Signal Strengthens
El Niño conditions are present and expected to strengthen into the Northern Hemisphere winter 2026–27, according to the Climate Prediction Center. 9 NOAA issued that update on June 11, 2026. 9
NOAA also predicted a below-normal 2026 Atlantic hurricane season as of May 21, 2026. 9 The National Hurricane Center continues to monitor tropical cyclone activity and publish tropical weather outlooks. 12
What to Watch Next
Power outage data from more than 1,000 companies nationwide is updated every 15 minutes during severe weather events. 6
Flash flood guidance probability forecasts from the Weather Prediction Center show rainfall risk within 25 miles of a given point. 6 Fire, air quality, and drought data are also tracked in near real-time alongside storm alerts. 6