On Wednesday at 10:44 a.m. an updated winter weather advisory was released by the National Weather Service valid for Thursday between 4 a.m. and 10 a.m. for North Oregon Cascades and Cascades of Marion and Linn counties.

Dangerous winds in Colorado prompt a Red Flag Warning as forecasters, informed by lessons from past wildfires, stress heightened vigilance and preparedness.

The National Weather Service is working to hire back hundreds of positions laid off or otherwise cut by the Trump administration, but it’s progressing at a snail’s pace, forcing many offices to continue to cope with vacancies that could affect winter forecasts.

On Wednesday at 12:03 p.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated winter weather advisory valid from Thursday 4 a.m. until Friday 10 a.m. for East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades.

Thursday night will see heavy rains, with precipitation continuing all day Friday. Winds will increase, with gusts up to 45 mph for much of the state. The National Weather Service has issued a high wind watch for Cape Cod & the Islands for Friday, as the coast will see sustained winds of 20 to 30 mph and gusts up to 55 mph.

Tampa will enjoy a sunny day with a high near 74°F and light breezes, following a humid morning with a low around 50°F.

Loveland is under a high wind warning and a red flag warning Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service.

The National Weather Service has begun issuing winter weather advisories as Middle Tennessee prepares for snow across the first two days of December.

Some weather forecasters say the missing data is affecting the quality of their predictions, while others say it’s too soon to tell.

The National Weather Service Melbourne FL warns of poor boating conditions and high risk of rip currents, with isolated coastal showers expected.

At 3:12 p.m. on Wednesday, the National Weather Service issued a high wind warning valid for Thursday between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. for South Central Oregon Coast.