Weather Hazards in Portland as Spring Arrives | SERVPRO® of Cedar Mill/Oak Hills

3/4/2022 (Permalink)

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The U.S. is one of the largest countries in the world, coming in second only behind Russia and Canada (though China is larger if all outlying US territories are excluded).

That being said, seasonal weather in the country is not uniform considering it contains such a big and diversified area under one roof—individual sections of the country encounter their own unique weather patterns and face varying degrees of weather threats.

As spring approaches and warm and cold air masses begin to collide throughout the nation, let’s explore the variety of weather events each region can expect in the country, as well as what we should be mindful of here in Oregon.

In the Pacific Northwest, we are prone to extreme rain in the spring months, which may result in flooding and water damage to properties. Even far into the spring season, snow will continue to fall at higher elevations, and the melting and runoff associated with it will create concerns of its own. While a few areas in eastern Oregon experience a peak in precipitation in May, most areas of Oregon receive the bulk of their annual precipitation during the winter months.

Winters in the Upper Midwest and Northeast are the longest, since cold weather persists throughout the winter. Extreme cold and the potential of snowstorms and blizzards are likely from Maine all the way to the Dakotas until late spring or early summer, when temperatures start climbing.

The southern West Coast will be on watch for excessive heat waves that can jeopardize lives and safety, while the South Pacific, including Hawaii, will have to stand guard for possible tsunamis as an unfortunate result of tectonic activity.

Windstorms, derechos and wildfires will be a threat for the middle of the country, from Iowa to Texas. When winds are high and the climate is dry, wildfires may threaten to quickly spread. As you might know, a portion of this area is Tornado Alley, which has a high tornado frequency.

Lastly, severe weather is a possibility in the Southeast, from tornadoes and severe thunderstorms in landlocked areas to dangerous rip currents along the coast as well as spring hurricanes.

Extreme weather poses a significant risk to residents of the United States, regardless of where they live. While yours may vary from that of a friend or relative a few states away, being prepared is always wise.

If extreme weather leaves you with damage from water, fire or other elements, help is a click away. Contact SERVPRO for fast, expert recovery.