As of February 16, 2025, several regions worldwide are experiencing high wind conditions and severe weather advisories:
United States:
California: An atmospheric river is impacting the Bay Area, bringing heavy rain and strong winds. The National Weather Service has issued flood warnings and high wind advisories, with winds reaching up to 50 mph in the region and up to 70 mph along the coast and in higher elevations.
North Carolina: A high wind warning is in effect for central North Carolina, including Wake and Durham counties. Southwest winds of 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph are expected, posing risks of downed trees and power lines.
Australia:
- Western Australia: Tropical Cyclone Zelia made landfall near Port Hedland as a category 4 system, bringing wind gusts up to 290 km/h. The cyclone has been downgraded, but severe weather, heavy rainfall, and flooding continue. The Bureau of Meteorology has issued severe weather warnings for the inland Pilbara area, forecasting an additional 120 mm of rain over the next 24 hours.
Brazil:
- São Paulo: The Instituto Nacional de Meteorologia has issued a Yellow Alert for heavy rain, with forecasts of 20 to 30 mm/h or up to 50 mm/day, and intense winds of 40-60 km/h. Residents are advised to take safety precautions, including securing outdoor items and avoiding non-essential travel.
South Africa:
- Johannesburg: The region is experiencing a shower with temperatures around 62°F (17°C). The forecast includes cloudy conditions with a thunderstorm in one or two spots, with a high of 76°F (24°C) and a low of 59°F (15°C).
China:
- Beijing: The current conditions are clear with temperatures around 38°F (3°C). The forecast predicts partly sunny skies with air quality that may be unhealthy for sensitive groups, with a high of 46°F (8°C) and a low of 28°F (-2°C).
For the most current and detailed weather updates, it's recommended to consult local meteorological services or official weather websites.
(Wild Weather Warning, Flash Flooding Likely in Still Soaked Region)