The Daily Weather Update from FOX Weather: Severe storms and a tale of 2 fishes
Start your day with the latest weather news – Scattered severe storms are possible today. Meanwhile, big fish are making the news in both Oklahoma and New York for very different reasons.
Severe storms, flooding possible across parts of Southeast on Wednesday
It's rinse and repeat across the Southeast as storms are expected again on Wednesday and Thursday. These summertime storms can be dangerous, with frequent lightning and gusty winds. These storms will also remain nearly stationary, which will allow for periods of heavy rain.
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Scattered severe storms possible in Plains, South
After a very stormy stretch of weather, the FOX Forecast Center is expecting severe storms to be more scattered Wednesday across the Deep South and Great Plains. Damaging wind is the primary concern with any severe storms that develop. Some flooding will also be possible with storms across the Deep South.
(FOX Weather)
Things to know
- Watch vs. Warning: What’s the difference?
- Understanding flood alerts issued by the NWS
- Types of clouds you might see during severe weather
Oklahoma angler thanked after catching 118-pound carp
Officials in Oklahoma have turned to the pros to address the problem of invasive bighead carp in Grand Lake. Bryan Baker, of Spoonbill Wreckers, answered the call and set the state’s first record for this type of fish by catching one that weighed 118 pounds.
The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation said Bryan Baker recently set a new state record by catching a 118-pound bighead carp in Grand Lake.
(Oklahoma Department of Wildlife / FOX Weather)
New York increases shark surveillance as summer approaches
After an increase in shark sightings at New York beaches last summer, state officials say they are stepping up their surveillance efforts this year. In addition to more personnel aimed at the task, officials will also use both aerial and aquatic methods to monitor the beaches.
Fisherman reels in shark on NY's Jones Beach
The man accidentally caught quite a surprise on the southern side of Long Island.
Bonus reads
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