Spring Brings a Variety of Storms and Weather Hazards | SERVPRO® of Biddeford-Saco

3/4/2022 (Permalink)

Extreme temperature changes can lead to the possibility of severe weather. SERVPRO of Biddeford-Saco is a click away if you experience any damage.

The United States is among the largest nations in the world, second only to Russia and Canada in total size (though China is also larger if you don’t count all outlying U.S. territories).

Having a territory this big under one umbrella means seasonal weather isn’t a monolith—different areas of the country experience different weather patterns, and thus different weather threats, to varying degrees across a year’s span.

As spring nears and warm and cold air masses collide all over the nation, let’s take an overview of what distinct weather events can be expected in a few large regions, and specifically, what we have to keep in mind here in York County.

The Pacific Northwest is prone to heavy rain over the spring months, which can cause flooding and water damage issues to area residents. Higher elevations will still be dealing with snow as well, and the melting and runoff from that can cause problems of its own.

In the Upper Midwest and also here in the Northeast regions, we have the longest continuation of winter’s chill, and cold weather will hang on fully throughout the season.

Specifically, here in Maine, heat and cold waves, droughts, severe rainstorms, nor’easters, ice storms, and tornadoes are all part of Maine’s normal climate throughout the year. Residents from here in Maine to the Dakotas can expect extreme cold and the possibility of snowstorms and blizzards until late spring or even early summer brings temperatures up.

Conversely, the southern West Coast will have to look out for excessive heat waves that can endanger lives and safety, and the South Pacific, including Hawaii, will be on alert for possible tsunamis caused by tectonic activity.

The middle of the country from Iowa to Texas will need to watch out for windstorms, derechos and the risk of wildfires, which are easily spread when winds are high and seasons are dry. And of course much of this area comprises Tornado Alley, in which a high concentration of tornadoes occur.

Finally, the Southeast may experience a range of severe weather, from tornadoes and severe thunderstorms in the landlocked states to dangerous rip currents, plus early-season hurricanes later in the spring.

Regardless of where you live, the threat of extreme weather in the U.S. is real. Yours may vary from your friend’s a few states over, but it always pays to know the times and stay ready.

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