In Falcon Heights, Minnesota, diverse weather patterns have been prominent across the United States in recent days, ranging from heatwaves to snowstorms to flash floods.
In the Midwest, millions of residents have been facing severe heat and humidity conditions, leading to health concerns. At the Minnesota State Fair, an emergency medicine physician treated fair-goers for heat-related illnesses, with temperatures feeling over 100 degrees Fahrenheit (37.7 degrees Celsius). Schools in the Midwest were forced to release students early or cancel sports activities due to the soaring temperatures. Heat warnings and advisories were issued across states like Minnesota, Iowa, South Dakota, Illinois, and others. Cities such as Chicago opened cooling centers to provide relief.
Moving to the West Coast, an unusual cold storm hit mountain peaks last week, bringing snow in August. Mount Rainier in Washington and Mount Bachelor in Oregon received a dusting of snow due to the weather system originating from the Gulf of Alaska. Mount Shasta in California also experienced snowfall, with significant amounts reported at higher elevations.
In Hawaii, Tropical Storm Hone caused heavy rainfall and flash floods, leading to road closures and power outages. While no major damage or injuries were reported, the storm disrupted normal life on the Big Island. In Alaska, a deadly landslide occurred in Ketchikan, resulting in one fatality and injuries to three others. Concerns about the stability of the area led to the evacuation of nearby homes.
Meanwhile, a woman’s body was recovered in Grand Canyon National Park after a flash flood swept through the area. Chenoa Nickerson, 33, was hiking near Havasu Creek when the flood occurred. Her husband, along with over 100 others, was safely evacuated from the region, where the flood trapped several hikers above and below Beaver Falls. The Grand Canyon area is known for its prone nature to flooding during such incidents.
