2017 Winter Flood Outlook
As we dive into the new year, we can expect some winter weather across the country. The 2017 Winter Outlook from The Weather Company shows that a weak La Niña may bring colder temperatures to the East and dry conditions to the South. However, this winter may end up warmer than average overall. Compared to last winter, we can expect more precipitation in the northern states and less in the South.
Last year, El Niño was an important factor in the winter forecast, but this year there's a good chance of a weak La Niña playing a role. However, the warm northeastern Pacific sea surface temperatures, a lack of background blocking and lingering warmth from El Niño also need to be considered. In the last three winters in the central and eastern U.S., there has not been a high-latitude blocking, which locks in Arctic Air. This blocking is not expected this winter either. While we may experience a warmer-than-average winter, there will still be surges of cold temperatures, along with impactful winter storms.
Due to a more active northern jet stream, the NOAA expects portions of the North to see above-average precipitation this winter. Much of the South is expected to be drier than average. For portions of the South that are currently experiencing drought conditions, this is not good news. According to the NOAA, drought is expected to persist and spread in the southern U.S., while drought improvement is anticipated for northern California, the northern Rockies, the northern Plains and parts of the Ohio Valley. A La Niña winter could bring above-average snowfall around the Great Lakes and in the northern Rockies, with below average snowfall in the mid-Atlantic region.
In areas where precipitation is likely above average, major winter flooding could occur. It's important in these areas particularly, but also across the country, that communities are prepared for winter flooding. Having a flood mitigation plan in place can immensely reduce the damages caused by winter flooding. Each flood mitigation plan should have an easily stored flood protection product such as our Big Bags USA® flood barriers. Our innovative product has been field tested in winter weather conditions and can protect against ice jams, moving logs and other moving debris.
Our team is standing by ready to help communities be prepared for flooding! Our flood control systems offer lightening fast protection at a fraction of the costs normally associated with rapid deployed systems. They can handle the highest demands and their flexibility allows for use on any and all surfaces without the need for trenching or leveling. We have barriers available for immediate delivery. Just give us a call at 1-800-337-0537 for more information.
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| Photo From: Weather.com |
La Niña and El Niño
Last year, El Niño was an important factor in the winter forecast, but this year there's a good chance of a weak La Niña playing a role. However, the warm northeastern Pacific sea surface temperatures, a lack of background blocking and lingering warmth from El Niño also need to be considered. In the last three winters in the central and eastern U.S., there has not been a high-latitude blocking, which locks in Arctic Air. This blocking is not expected this winter either. While we may experience a warmer-than-average winter, there will still be surges of cold temperatures, along with impactful winter storms.
Winter Precipitation Outlook
Due to a more active northern jet stream, the NOAA expects portions of the North to see above-average precipitation this winter. Much of the South is expected to be drier than average. For portions of the South that are currently experiencing drought conditions, this is not good news. According to the NOAA, drought is expected to persist and spread in the southern U.S., while drought improvement is anticipated for northern California, the northern Rockies, the northern Plains and parts of the Ohio Valley. A La Niña winter could bring above-average snowfall around the Great Lakes and in the northern Rockies, with below average snowfall in the mid-Atlantic region.
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| Photo From: Weather.com, Courtesy of NOAA |
Winter Flooding
In areas where precipitation is likely above average, major winter flooding could occur. It's important in these areas particularly, but also across the country, that communities are prepared for winter flooding. Having a flood mitigation plan in place can immensely reduce the damages caused by winter flooding. Each flood mitigation plan should have an easily stored flood protection product such as our Big Bags USA® flood barriers. Our innovative product has been field tested in winter weather conditions and can protect against ice jams, moving logs and other moving debris.
Big Bags USA® Flood Barriers
Our team is standing by ready to help communities be prepared for flooding! Our flood control systems offer lightening fast protection at a fraction of the costs normally associated with rapid deployed systems. They can handle the highest demands and their flexibility allows for use on any and all surfaces without the need for trenching or leveling. We have barriers available for immediate delivery. Just give us a call at 1-800-337-0537 for more information.
If you have an immediate need for our systems, or have any questions for us, please Call us Toll Free at 1-800-337-0537 or visit www.BigBagsUSA.com.
If you have an immediate need for our systems, or have any questions for us, please Call us Toll Free at 1-800-337-0537 or visit www.BigBagsUSA.com.
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