As Tropical Storm Imelda stays offshore and strengthens, its moisture and surf will still impact the U.S. coastline. Meanwhile, the Pacific Northwest prepares for rounds of showers and high-elevation snow, while much of the central U.S. continues to bake in summer-like warmth through the week.
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A series of Pacific storms is taking aim at the Northwest this week, delivering heavy rain, mountain snow, and gusty winds that could lead to flooding. While the West braces for more moisture, the Central and Western U.S. will bask in record-challenging warmth, with temperatures soaring 15 to 25 degrees above normal. Meanwhile, the chill that's gripped the Eastern U.S. finally begins to ease midweek, ushering in a brief break from the Arctic air. Flash freeze, snow, and wind will hit much of the Canadian Prairies, first with Alberta on Wednesday, then spreading eastward.