Weather
Several cycles of heavy rain will occur in California for the next few days. Flood watches remain over the Seirra Neveda mountains’ western half. Part two of this also sends some needed moisture to the intermountain and desert regions. The Midwest remains mild and dry as a ridge stay located over the area. The weather is going to be chillier next week due to some of the energy from the west moving into the plains. A heavy rain event in the south plains by midweek of next week. The models are still attempting to figure out where the most significant totals will be.
Weather News
Winter weather will challenge livestock producers working to rebuild their herds despite harsh conditions.
Mike Newland with the Propane Education & Research Council shares how producers can prepare for winter weather and the benefits of propane.
Using FEMA and USDA data, Trace One researchers estimate average annual U.S. agricultural losses of $3.48 billion, with drought accounting for more than half.
Dr. Mark Svoboda with the National Drought Mitigation Center discusses a new global drought report and resources to help operations increase drought resilience.
Experts estimate the flooding from Hurricane Helene caused more than $1.3 billion in damage to Tennessee agriculture.
The $221 million will help farmers and ranchers cover losses from Hurricane Helene that USDA programs didn’t cover. They’ll focus on infrastructure, markets, timber, and future economic losses.
“We could see oppressive heat index values for a few days.”
Geomagnetic storms have been occurring with increased frequency in space this year, with significant consequences for agriculture.
Congress is seeking insight from meteorologists and weather researchers on how new technology can enhance safety and response times to severe weather and prevent future disasters.
