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EM Morning Brief

Start your weekday informed, aware, and ahead.

EM Morning Brief is your concise, AI-powered daily update on national and state-by-state emergency management news—delivered Monday through Friday. Hosted by Cedric, an AI voice created with Descript, this briefing uses advanced tools to gather and distill the most critical updates from reliable sources across the U.S. You’ll hear:
  • National Headlines: FEMA updates, wildfire activity, severe weather alerts, and other federal-level developments.
  • State-by-State Snapshots: Timely briefs from all 50 states—what’s happening, who’s affected, and what actions are being taken.
Built for emergency management professionals, first responders, policymakers, and engaged citizens, EM Morning Brief provides fast, consistent situational awareness—without the fluff. 💡 Powered by AI. Built for clarity. Focused on readiness.
Stay informed. Stay ready. Every weekday morning with EM Morning Brief.

EM Morning Brief Wednesday October 1st 2025

Major Weather Alerts and Wildfire Updates

In today's Emergency Management Morning Brief, Cedric covers the significant weather and emergency updates for Wednesday, October 1st, 2025. Key highlights include dangerous surf and rip-current risks from Hurricanes Humberto and Imelda affecting the East Coast, flash flood risks in Eastern Florida, and wildfire situations in Washington and Oregon. The report also details weather advisories and evacuation updates across several states including Maine, Massachusetts, North Carolina, New Hampshire, South Carolina, and Washington. Stay informed and stay safe!

00:00 Introduction and Today's Headlines
00:06 East Coast Weather Warnings
00:31 Western Wildfire Updates
00:45 State-Specific Weather Alerts
03:49 Conclusion and Sign-Off

Sources
[NHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/graphics_at3+shtml/152826.shtml?cone#contents]
[WPC Day 1 ERO | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/ero.php?day=1&opt=curr]
[NWS National Marine/Gale summary | https://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=usa&wwa=gale+warning]
[NIFC IMSR — posted Sep 30, 07:30 MDT (official daily SITREP) | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[NWS Jacksonville High Surf/Rip/Coastal Flood | https://forecast.weather.gov/showsigwx.php?product1=Coastal+Flood+Advisory&warnzone=FLZ125&warncounty=FLC031&firewxzone=FLZ125&local_place1=Jacksonville+FL]
[NWS Jacksonville AFD | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?issuedby=JAX&product=AFD&site=JAX]
[NWS Caribou High Surf Advisory | https://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=car&wwa=high%20surf%20advisory]
[NWS Boston/Norton Gale Warnings | https://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=usa&wwa=gale+warning]
[NPS Cape Hatteras — homes collapsed | https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/five-unoccupied-houses-collapse-in-buxton-september-30-2025.htm]
[NWS Morehead City Coastal Flood/Gale headlines | https://forecast.weather.gov/showsigwx.php?warnzone=NCZ203&warncounty=NCC031&firewxzone=NCZ203&local_place1=3%20Miles%20ENE%20Pea%20Island%20NC&product1=Coastal+Flood+Warning]
[NWS Gray High Surf Advisory | https://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=gyx&wwa=high%20surf%20advisory]
[NIFC IMSR — posted Sep 30, 07:30 MDT | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[NWS Charleston Surf Zone Forecast — High Surf/High Rip Risk | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?issuedby=CHS&product=SRF&site=CHS]
[NWS Charleston HWO — coastal flood/rip currents | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?issuedby=CHS&product=HWO&site=NWS]
[Chelan County EM — Active Emergencies/Evacs & US-97 note | https://www.co.chelan.wa.us/emergency-management/pages/active-emergencies]
[WSDOT Blewett Pass status | https://wsdot.com/travel/real-time/mountainpasses/blewett]
[WPC Day 1 ERO — Olympic Peninsula | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/ero.php?day=1&opt=curr]
[NIFC IMSR — posted Sep 30, 07:30 MDT | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]

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Published on: October 1, 2025
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EM Morning Brief, Tuesday, September 30, 2025

Storm, Wildfire, and Congressional Updates Good morning, I’m Cedric and this is your EM Morning Brief for Tuesday, September 30th, 2025. Hazardous surf and rip currents impact the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic due to Hurricane Humberto and Tropical Storm Imelda, with limited U.S. coastal impacts mainly to surf and minor coastal flooding. Wildfire activity continues in the Pacific Northwest and California, with updates on evacuations and containment efforts. The USGS reports no damaging earthquakes in the past day. Congress has yet to reauthorize the National Flood Insurance Program, potentially affecting home closings in flood zones. State-specific updates include air quality advisories in Texas, high surf and rip current warnings in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina, and wildfire containment statuses in Washington, Oregon, Wyoming, and Hawaii. Stay tuned for more in-depth updates throughout the day.

00:00 Introduction and Invitation to Share Your EM Story
00:17 Hurricane and Tropical Storm Updates
00:47 Wildfire and Seismic Activity Reports
01:13 National Flood Insurance Program Status
01:36 State-Specific Updates
01:38 California Wildfire Containment
02:05 Texas Air Quality and Weather Conditions
02:28 Florida Coastal Hazards
02:47 Georgia Coastal Advisory
03:07 South Carolina Coastal Advisory
03:24 North Carolina Coastal Advisory
03:43 Washington Wildfire Incidents
04:06 Oregon Wildfire Incidents
04:25 Hawaii Fire Status
04:38 Wyoming Fire Status
04:56 Conclusion and Continuous Updates

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Sources
[NHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/MIATCPAT4.shtml]
[NIFC IMSR | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[USGS Latest Earthquakes | https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/map/]
[Newsweek | https://www.newsweek.com/americans-flood-insurance-lapse-10795860]
[Yahoo/Consumer | https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/articles/government-shutdown-could-disrupt-flood-225856344.html] Yahoo+5National Hurricane Center+5National Hurricane Center+5]
[NWS FWD/HGX WWA — Ozone Action Day | https://www.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=hgx&wwa=all]
[NWS HGX Fire Weather note | https://www.weather.gov/hgx/]
[NWS Melbourne coastal hazards | https://forecast.weather.gov/showsigwx.php?warnzone=FLZ141&product1=High+Surf+Advisory]
[NHC Imelda Advisory | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/MIATCPAT4.shtml]
[NWS Charleston hazards | https://forecast.weather.gov/showsigwx.php?warnzone=SCZ050&product1=High+Surf+Advisory]
[NWS Jacksonville/CHS coastal statements incl. GA | https://forecast.weather.gov/showsigwx.php?warnzone=FLZ125&product1=Rip+Current+Statement]
[NWS Charleston advisories | https://forecast.weather.gov/showsigwx.php?warnzone=SCZ050&product1=Coastal+Flood+Advisory]
[NWS ILM/MHX marine synopsis | https://forecast.weather.gov/shmrn.php?mz=amz200&syn=amz200] [NWS MHX briefing 9/29 PM | https://www.weather.gov/media/mhx/LatestBriefing.pdf]
[NWS MHX surf forecast | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=MHX&issuedby=MHX&product=SRF]

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Published on: September 30, 2025
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EM Morning Brief: Monday September 29th 2025

Hurricane Warnings & Wildfire Evacuations

In today's EM Morning Brief, Cedric updates on two major Atlantic systems: Hurricane Humberto, causing dangerous surf along the U.S. East Coast and Bermuda, and Tropical Storm Imelda, set to become a hurricane near Florida. FEMA is ready to support Southeastern states. Central Oklahoma experienced a 3.7 earthquake with no significant damage. Oregon's Moon Complex fire prompts evacuations and air quality concerns in Rogue Valley. High surf, rip currents, and flood warnings are in effect for Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Stay tuned for more updates.

00:00 Introduction and Today's Overview
00:07 Atlantic Systems and Hurricane Updates
01:00 State-Specific Weather Alerts
01:02 Florida Weather Warnings
01:32 Georgia Coastal Alerts
01:52 New Mexico Monsoon Remnants
02:08 North Carolina Marine Hazards
02:25 Oklahoma Earthquake Report
02:36 Oregon Wildfire Evacuations
03:02 South Carolina Rip Current Risks
03:22 Conclusion and Next Update

Sources: [NHC Public Advisory | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATCPAT3+shtml/251437.shtml]
[NHC Forecast Advisory | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATCMAT3+shtml/290852.shtml]
[NHC Public Advisory | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/mobile/refresh/MIATCPAT4+html/290550.html]
[FEMA | https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20250927/fema-supporting-southeastern-states-ahead-potential-tropical-cyclone-nine]
[USGS | https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/map/]
[KOCO | https://www.koco.com/article/prague-oklahoma-earthquake/68100221]
[Oregon State Fire Marshal | https://apps.oregon.gov/oregon-newsroom/OR/OSFM/Posts/Post/moon-complex-conflagration]
[OPB | https://www.opb.org/article/2025/09/28/moon-complex-fire-southern-oregon/]
[NWS Melbourne Advisory | https://forecast.weather.gov/showsigwx.php?product1=High+Surf+Advisory&warnzone=FLZ141&firewxzone=FLZ141&lat=29.2073&lon=-81.0011]
[NWS Miami Rip Current Statement | https://forecast.weather.gov/showsigwx.php?product1=Rip+Current+Statement&warnzone=FLZ168&firewxzone=FLZ168&lat=26.6456&lon=-80.0577]
[NWS MLB | https://www.weather.gov/mlb/]
[NWS Miami | https://www.weather.gov/mfl/]
[NWS Charleston Rip Currents/High Surf | https://forecast.weather.gov/showsigwx.php?product1=Rip+Current+Statement&warnzone=SCZ050&lat=32.78&lon=-80.0167]
[NWS Charleston Marine/Surf text incl. GA zones | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?issuedby=CHS&product=SRF&site=CHS]
[NWS CHS | https://www.weather.gov/chs/]
[NWS Albuquerque — Flood Watch & impacts | https://www.weather.gov/abq/] [NWS ABQ | https://www.weather.gov/abq/]
[NWS Wilmington Marine/Gale | https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=34.21&lon=-77.79]
[NWS Morehead City Briefing (Sep 28 PM) | https://www.weather.gov/media/mhx/LatestBriefing.pdf]
[NWS ILM | https://www.weather.gov/ilm/marine]
[NWS MHX | https://www.weather.gov/mhx/]
[USGS latest earthquakes map | https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/map/]
[KOCO | https://www.koco.com/article/prague-oklahoma-earthquake/68100221]
[USGS | https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/map/]
[Oregon State Fire Marshal | https://apps.oregon.gov/oregon-newsroom/OR/OSFM/Posts/Post/moon-complex-conflagration]
[OPB | https://www.opb.org/article/2025/09/28/moon-complex-fire-southern-oregon/]
[OSFM | https://apps.oregon.gov/oregon-newsroom/OR/OSFM/Posts/Post/moon-complex-conflagration]
[NWS Wilmington (SC coast) High Surf/Rip | https://forecast.weather.gov/showsigwx.php?product1=High+Surf+Advisory&warnzone=SCZ054&lat=33.82&lon=-78.67]
[NWS Charleston Rip Current Statement | https://forecast.weather.gov/showsigwx.php?product1=Rip+Current+Statement&warnzone=SCZ050&lat=32.78&lon=-80.0167]
[NWS ILM | https://www.weather.gov/ilm/marine]
[NWS CHS | https://www.weather.gov/chs/]

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Published on: September 29, 2025
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EM Morning Brief: Friday September 26th 2025

Hurricane Humberto & Major Earthquake Updates

In today's EM Morning Brief for September 26th, 2025, Cedric updates us on Hurricane Humberto, which is intensifying but poses no immediate threat to the U.S. coastline, and Post-Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle passing the Azores. A recent magnitude-5.9 earthquake off the Oregon coast triggered an information statement but no tsunami warnings. The wildfire situation remains concerning with 23 uncontained large fires nationwide. State-specific updates cover ongoing disaster recovery efforts in California, Texas, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, New Mexico, Oregon, Washington, and West Virginia. To participate in the new 'Operational Tales' segment, find the link in the show notes.

00:00 Introduction and Today's Date
00:06 Atlantic and Pacific Weather Updates
00:36 Seismic Activity and Wildfire Status
01:08 State-Specific Updates
01:10 California Wildfire and Disaster Recovery
01:32 Texas and Florida Weather and Recovery
02:02 North and South Carolina Coastal Conditions
02:35 New Mexico and Oregon Updates
03:06 Washington and West Virginia Updates
03:39 Emergency Management Network Announcement
03:50 Conclusion and Sign-Off

Sources:
Operational Tales - https://emnetwork.substack.com/p/operational-tales [NHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/]
[AP | https://apnews.com/article/d90d728eecda30c1e9f50e143e65d3b8]
[NOAA Tsunami.gov | https://www.tsunami.gov/]
[NIFC IMSR (Thu) | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[NIFC IMSR (Thu) | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[FEMA DR-4856 (updated today) | https://www.fema.gov/disaster/4856]
[FEMA DR-4879 (updated today) | https://www.fema.gov/disaster/4879]
[NHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/]
[WUSF weather brief (today) | https://www.wusf.org/weather/2025-09-26/humberto-strengthens-into-a-hurricane-but-all-eyes-on-invest-94l]
[NWS Morehead City Surf Forecast (today) | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?issuedby=MHX&product=SRF&site=MHX]
[FEMA DR-4829 (updated today) | https://www.fema.gov/disaster/4829]
[NHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/]
[FEMA DR-4886 (updated today) | https://www.fema.gov/disaster/4886]
[NOAA Tsunami.gov | https://www.tsunami.gov/]
[NIFC IMSR (Thu) | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[NIFC IMSR (Thu) | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[FEMA DR-4884 (updated today) | https://www.fema.gov/disaster/4884]  

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Published on: September 26, 2025
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EM Morning Brief: Thursday, September 25th, 2025

Hurricane Gabrielle, Western Gulf Storms, and National Wildfire Update - September 25, 2025 In today's EM Morning Brief, Cedric covers the major weather events and emergency updates for September 25th, 2025. Hurricane Gabrielle remains over the Atlantic with potential impacts on the Azores, while heavy rain and storms threaten the Western Gulf Coast through the Ohio/Tennessee Valleys. Wildfire activity is significant with 32 active large fires nationwide. Updates also include a Fire Management Assistance Grant for Maui's Holomua Fire and local weather alerts for Alaska, California, and Texas. Stay tuned for more details and safety information.

00:00 Introduction and Today's Date
00:07 Hurricane Gabrielle Update
00:26 Fall Cold Front and Rain Risk
00:45 National Wildfire Status
01:00 Hawaii Fire Management Assistance
01:14 State-Specific Weather Updates
01:15 Alaska Weather Warnings
01:42 California Fire Weather Focus
01:54 Hawaii Holomua Fire Response
02:14 Texas Thunderstorms and Rain
02:37 No Significant Updates for Other States
02:42 Conclusion and Next Update

Sources
[NHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/graphics_at2%2Bshtml/250250.shtml?wwCone=] [NWS WPC | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/ero.php]  [NIFC | https://www.nifc.gov/fire-information/nfn] [FEMA | https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20250924/fema-approves-fire-management-assistance-grant-holomua-fire-maui] [Maui County | https://www.mauicounty.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=17860] [NWS Anchorage Marine | https://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=usa&wwa=gale+warning] [NWS Marine | https://marine.weather.gov/showsigwx.php?warnzone=PKZ716&warncounty=marine&product1=Gale+Warning] [NIFC National Fire News | https://www.nifc.gov/fire-information/nfn] [NWS California Fire Weather | https://www.weather.gov/wrh/CAFW] [Maui County MEMA | https://www.mauicounty.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=17860] [FEMA FMAG | https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20250924/fema-approves-fire-management-assistance-grant-holomua-fire-maui] [NWS WPC Excessive Rainfall Outlook | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/ero.php] [MySA summary of NWS forecast | https://www.mysanantonio.com/news/weather/article/cold-front-storms-weather-texas-21065619.php]

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Published on: September 25, 2025
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EM Morning Brief Wednesday September 24 2025

Weather Alerts & Wildfire Updates | Sept 24, 2025

Join Cedric for the latest EM Morning Brief on Wednesday, September 24th, 2025. A slow-moving storm system is causing Slight and Marginal Risks for excessive rainfall across the Tennessee and Ohio Valleys, with thunderstorm warnings extending from Texas to the Northeast. Wildfires in the Western US continue with multiple incidents in Washington, Oregon, and Northern California. Hurricane Gabrielle and Narda pose no immediate threat to the US. Marine warnings are in effect for Alaska's Gulf and Prince William Sound. Stay informed with detailed weather and wildfire updates to keep safe.

00:00 Introduction and Weather Overview
00:39 Wildfire Updates in the West
00:58 Tropical Storms and Marine Warnings
01:23 State-Specific Weather Alerts
04:25 Conclusion and Safety Reminders

Sources:
[WPC | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/ero.php?day=1&opt=curr]
[SPC | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?format=txt&glossary=1&issuedby=DY1&product=SWO&site=JKL&version=1]
[NIFC IMSR | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[NHC (Gabrielle) | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATCMAT2%2Bshtml/212047.shtml]
[NHC (Narda) | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATCMEP4%2Bshtml/240839.shtml]
[NWS Alaska AFD/Marine | https://www.weather.gov/aawu/afd]
[NWS Marine—Cook Inlet (FZAK51) | https://www.ndbc.noaa.gov/data/Forecasts/FZAK51.PAFC.html]
[NWS Alaska AFD/Marine | https://www.weather.gov/aawu/afd]
[NWS Marine—Cook Inlet (FZAK51) | https://www.ndbc.noaa.gov/data/Forecasts/FZAK51.PAFC.html]
[CAL FIRE—Blue Fire | https://www.fire.ca.gov/incidents/2025/8/26/blue-fire]
[USFS Klamath NF Alerts—Blue Fire Closure | https://www.fs.usda.gov/r05/klamath/alerts]
[WPC Day 1 ERO | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/ero.php?day=1&opt=curr]
[NIFC IMSR (9/23) | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[SPC Day 1 | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?format=txt&glossary=1&issuedby=DY1&product=SWO&site=JKL&version=1]
[SPC Day 1 | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?format=txt&glossary=1&issuedby=DY1&product=SWO&site=JKL&version=1]
[Chelan County EM—Active Emergencies | https://www.co.chelan.wa.us/emergency-management/pages/active-emergencies]
[Washington Smoke Blog (9/23) | https://wasmoke.blogspot.com/2025/09/] [NIFC IMSR (9/23) | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]

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Published on: September 24, 2025
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EM Morning Brief, Tuesday September 23rd, 2025

Join Cedric for the EM Morning Brief on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. Today’s update covers severe weather across the southern Plains, Ozarks, and Mid-Mississippi Valley with a focus on tornado risks from Oklahoma to Arkansas. Additionally, Hurricane Gabrielle remains a Category 4 in the central Atlantic, influencing surf conditions along the U.S. East Coast. Wildfires continue to affect the Pacific Northwest and Oregon with ongoing evacuations. California experienced a M4.3 earthquake near Berkeley, with standard checks and preparedness advised. Regional weather alerts and conditions are detailed for Arkansas, California, Florida, Kansas, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, Texas, Virginia, Washington, and Wyoming. Stay informed and prepared!

00:00 Introduction and Today's Weather Overview
01:12 Severe Weather Alerts by State
01:14 Arkansas: Flash Flood and Severe Storms
01:43 California: Earthquake and Wildfire Updates
02:07 Florida: High Surf and Rip Currents
02:30 Kansas: Flood Watch and Severe Weather
02:48 Missouri: Flood Watches and Severe Storms
03:07 New Jersey: Dangerous Rip Currents
03:21 North Carolina: Rip Currents and Breaking Waves
03:28 Oklahoma: Severe Storms Focus Area
03:50 Oregon: Wildfire Incidents
04:12 Texas: Severe Weather and Flooding
04:32 Virginia: High Risk Rip Currents
04:43 Washington: Large Fires and Evacuations
05:03 Wyoming: Dollar Lake Fire
05:16 Conclusion and Final Updates

Sources:
[NWS Little Rock; SPC.) National Weather Service+1]
[USGS event page; NIFC IMSR.) USGS Earthquake Hazards+1]
[NWS Melbourne; NWS Jacksonville coastal hazards.) National Weather Service+1]
[NWS Wichita hazards; SPC.) National Weather Service+1]
[NWS Springfield HWO/alerts; SPC.) National Weather Service+2National Weather Service+2]
[NWS Mount Holly Rip Current Statement & Surf Forecast.) National Weather Service+1]
[NWS Newport/Morehead City statements & office page.) National Weather Service+1]
[SPC Day 1 Outlook; NWS Tulsa.) Storm Prediction Center+1]
[NIFC IMSR.) National Interagency Fire Center]
[SPC Day 1; NWS Shreveport AFD/Key Messages.) Storm Prediction Center+1]
[NWS Wakefield coastal hazards.) National Weather Service+1]
[NIFC IMSR.) National Interagency Fire Center]
[NIFC IMSR.) National Interagency Fire Center]

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Published on: September 23, 2025
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EM Morning Brief Friday September 22 2025

In today's EM Morning Brief, Cedric covers Hurricane Gabrielle's impact on the U.S. East Coast, including life-threatening surf and rip currents, a recent M4.3 earthquake near Berkeley, California, and severe weather risks in the central and southern Plains. Additionally, we discuss high wind warnings and flood watches in Southeast Alaska, potential thunderstorms in Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska, and Oklahoma, and high rip-current risks along the New Jersey and New York coasts. Stay updated with the latest weather information and safety tips.

00:00 Introduction and Major Weather Events
00:52 Regional Weather Updates: Alaska and California
01:29 Regional Weather Updates: Midwest and Plains
02:12 Regional Weather Updates: East Coast
02:45 Regional Weather Updates: South and Central
03:45 Conclusion and Safety Reminders

Sources
[NHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATCDAT2+shtml/201446.shtml]
[SPC | https://origin-west-www-spc.woc.noaa.gov/]
[Caltech/USGS | https://scedc.caltech.edu/recent/Quakes/nc75240492.html]
[AP | https://apnews.com/article/52502daeb6bf1293726f07da64c35478]
[NWS Juneau | https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=58.3019&lon=-134.4197]
[NWS Sitka | https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=57.0531&lon=-135.33]
[NWS Des Moines HWO | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?issuedby=DMX&product=HWO&site=NWS]
[SPC overview | https://origin-west-www-spc.woc.noaa.gov/]
[NWS Wichita HWO | https://forecast.weather.gov/showsigwx.php?firewxzone=KSZ083&lat=37.6872&local_place1=Wichita+KS&lon=-97.3301&product1=Hazardous+Weather+Outlook&warncounty=KSC173&warnzone=KSZ083]
[NWS Wichita Map | https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?textField1=37.6872&textField2=-97.3301]
[SPC overview | https://origin-west-www-spc.woc.noaa.gov/]
[NWS Omaha HWO text | https://forecast.weather.gov/showsigwx.php?firewxzone=NEZ052&lat=41.2639&local_place1=Omaha+NE&lon=-96.0117&product1=Hazardous+Weather+Outlook&warncounty=NEC055&warnzone=NEZ052]
[SPC overview | https://origin-west-www-spc.woc.noaa.gov/]
[NWS Mount Holly Surf Zone | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?issuedby=PHI&product=SRF&site=phi]
[NHC discussion (swells) | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATCDAT2+shtml/201446.shtml]
[NWS New York Rip Current Statement | https://forecast.weather.gov/showsigwx.php?firewxzone=NYZ212&lat=40.6025&local_place1=Far+Rockaway+NY&lon=-73.7562&product1=Hazardous+Weather+Outlook&warncounty=NYC081&warnzone=NYZ178
[NHC discussion (swells) | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATCDAT2+shtml/201446.shtml]
[NWS Buffalo HWO | https://www.weather.gov/buf/BUFHWOBUF]
[NWS Norman AFD | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?format=CI&glossary=1&issuedby=oun&product=AFD&site=NWS&version=1]
[SPC overview | https://origin-west-www-spc.woc.noaa.gov/]
[SPC Day 2 outlook text | https://origin-west-www-spc.woc.noaa.gov/products/outlook/day2otlk.html]
[NWS Fort Worth AFD | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?format=CI&glossary=0&issuedby=fwd&product=AFD&site=NWS&version=1]
[NWS Fort Worth | https://www.weather.gov/fwd/]
[NWS DFW point forecast | https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=32.750950000000046&lon=-97.33085999999997]
[NWS Houston/Galveston | https://www.weather.gov/hgx/]
[FEMA DR-4892 DRC notice (updated Sept 22) | https://www.fema.gov/disaster/4892]

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EM Morning Brief: Friday September 19th 2025

EM Morning Brief - Earthquake in Russia, Wildfire Updates, and Severe Weather Alerts | Sept 19, 2025

In this episode of EM Morning Brief, Cedric provides updates on a magnitude 7.8 earthquake off Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula and its canceled tsunami advisory for Alaska. He also covers wildfire activities across the U.S., including large fires in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming. Additionally, there are updates on Tropical Storm Gabrielle in the Atlantic and severe weather forecasts for Nebraska and Kansas. Stay informed on the latest emergency management news and weather hazards.  

00:00 Introduction and Major Headlines
00:58 U.S. Weather Hazards Overview
01:17 State-by-State Updates
01:18 Alaska Earthquake and Tsunami Advisory
01:40 Wildfires in Arizona
02:01 California Fire Updates
02:22 Colorado Fire Containment
02:34 Florida Fire and Weather Conditions
03:02 Hawaii Tsunami Review
03:15 Idaho Wildfire Threats
03:29 Severe Weather in Kansas and Nebraska
03:41 Montana Fire Conditions
04:05 Oregon Fire and Weather Outlook
04:24 Texas Air Quality and Fire Containment
04:44 Washington Fire Incidents
05:03 Wyoming Fire Status
05:18 Conclusion and Monitoring Updates  

Sources
[NTWC/tsunami.gov | https://www.tsunami.gov/ ]
[AP | https://apnews.com/article/3f38a11ebd0ee7c6379b001e090e1986 ]
[NIFC IMSR | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf ]
[NHC Public Advisory | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATCPAT2%2Bshtml/190238.shtml ]
[SPC Day 1 | https://www.spc.noaa.gov/products/outlook/day1otlk.html ]
[WPC Day 1 ERO | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/excessive_rainfall_outlook_ero.php] [NTWC/tsunami.gov | https://www.tsunami.gov/]
[Alaska’s News Source | https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2025/09/18/tsunami-advisory-released-after-78-earthquake-near-russia/ ]
[NIFC IMSR (09/18 0730 MDT; latest daily) | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf ]
[NIFC IMSR (09/18 0730 MDT; latest daily) | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[Cal OES update (Sep 18) | https://news.caloes.ca.gov/california-prepares-state-resources-ahead-of-heavy-rain-dry-lightning-and-increased-fire-threats/ ]
[NIFC IMSR (09/18 0730 MDT; latest daily) | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf ]
[NIFC IMSR (09/18 0730 MDT; latest daily) | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[FDEM daily conditions (Sep 18) | https://www.floridadisaster.org/dem/response/ ]
[PTWC/tsunami.gov (Hawaii Informational #4) | https://www.tsunami.gov/?p=PHEB%2F2025%2F09%2F18%2F25261001%2F4%2FWEHW42 ]
[NIFC IMSR (09/18 0730 MDT; latest daily) | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf ]
[SPC Day 1 Outlook (12Z–12Z) | https://www.spc.noaa.gov/products/outlook/day1otlk.html] [NIFC IMSR (09/18 0730 MDT; latest daily) | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[SPC Day 1 Outlook (12Z–12Z) | https://www.spc.noaa.gov/products/outlook/day1otlk.html ]
[NIFC IMSR (09/18 0730 MDT; latest daily) | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf ; NWS Medford AFD/briefing | https://www.weather.gov/mfr// ]
[NWS/HGX Air Quality Alert (valid Fri Sep 19) | https://forecast.weather.gov/showsigwx.php?firewxzone=TXZ213&local_place1=Houston%20TX&product1=Heat%20Advisory&warncounty=TXC201&warnzone=TXZ213]
[NWS Fort Worth briefing | https://www.weather.gov/fwd/]
[NIFC IMSR (09/18 0730 MDT; latest daily) | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf ]

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EM Morning Brief: Thursday, September 18th 2025

EM Morning Brief: Tropical Storm Gabrielle & National Weather Alerts - Sept 18, 2025 Join Cedric for the EM Morning Brief on Thursday, September 18th, 2025. Today's updates include Tropical Storm Gabrielle's position in the central Atlantic and its trajectory, which poses no immediate threat to the US. The Southwest faces potential flash floods, with flood watches across southern California, Nevada, and Arizona. Wildfire activity is high nationwide, with air quality alerts in effect for metro Atlanta and the Pittsburgh region. Stay informed with the latest weather updates and safety advisories for various states including Alaska, California, Georgia, Nevada, and Pennsylvania.

00:00 Introduction and National Overview
00:07 Tropical Storm Gabrielle Update
00:26 Southwest Flash-Flood Threat
00:38 National Wildfire and Air Quality Alerts
00:57 Tsunami Warnings Update
01:00 State-Specific Weather Alerts
01:01 Alaska Weather Update
01:25 Arizona Flood Watches
01:42 California Weather Priorities
02:13 Georgia Air Quality Alert
02:20 Nevada Flood Watches
02:39 Pennsylvania Air Quality Alert
02:56 Conclusion and Safety Reminders

Sources
[NHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATCMAT2%2Bshtml/180832.shtml]
[NWS Phoenix | https://www.weather.gov/psr/]
[NWS Las Vegas Flood Watch | https://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=usa&wwa=flood+watch]
[NIFC IMSR (7:30 a.m. MDT 9/17) | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[NWS Air Quality Alerts | https://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=usa&wwa=air+quality+alert]
[NOAA Tsunami | https://www.tsunami.gov/]
[NWS Phoenix — Flood Watch & briefing | https://www.weather.gov/psr/]
[NWS Flood Watch text | https://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=usa&wwa=flood+watch]
[NWS San Diego — Flood Watch | https://www.weather.gov/sgx/]
[NWS Las Vegas — Flood Watch incl. CA desert zones | https://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=usa&wwa=flood+watch]
[Fresno Co. Sheriff — Evacuation update (9/16) | https://www.fresnosheriff.org/media-relations/garnet-fire-eight-zones-return-to-normal-status.html]
[KFSN/ABC30 — Garnet Fire progress (today) | https://abc30.com/post/community-meeting-held-cleanup-efforts-garnet-fire-fresno-county/17835672/]
[NWS/GA EPD — AQ Alert text | https://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=usa&wwa=air+quality+alert]
[NWS Las Vegas — Flood Watch text (valid today) | https://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=usa&wwa=flood+watch]
[Point forecast example — Flood Watch timing SW of Las Vegas | https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=35.633635&lon=-115.481657]
[NWS/PA DEP — AQ Alert text | https://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=usa&wwa=air+quality+alert]

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Published on: September 18, 2025
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EM Morning Brief, September 17th 2025

Join Cedric for the EM Morning Brief on Wednesday, September 17th, 2025. Key updates include advisories on Tropical Depression Seven in the central Atlantic, a Slight Risk of excessive rainfall in South Dakota, and an elevated nationwide wildfire posture. Regional updates cover air quality in Texas, potential flash flooding in South Dakota, and ongoing coastal storm impacts in New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia. Stay informed about the latest weather and environmental conditions, and always prioritize safety.

00:00 Introduction and Headlines
00:48 California Update
01:00 Texas Air Quality Alert
01:15 South Dakota Flash Flood Risk
01:30 Northeast Coastal Storm
02:18 Conclusion and Safety Reminders

Sources:[NHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATCMAT2%2Bshtml/170834.shtml]
[NWS WPC | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/ero.php?day=1&opt=curr]
[NIFC | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[NWS HGX/TCEQ | https://forecast.weather.gov/showsigwx.php
product1=Air+Quality+Alert&warnzone=TXZ213]
[NWS WPC | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/ero.php?day=1&opt=curr]
[NWS Rapid City Briefing | https://www.weather.gov/unr/briefing]
[NWS Mount Holly (PHI) | https://www.weather.gov/phi/]
[NWS Baltimore/Washington (LWX) | https://www.weather.gov/lwx/]
[NWS Wakefield (AKQ) | https://www.weather.gov/akq/brief]

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EM Morning Brief - Tuesday September 16th, 2025

Join Cedric for the latest updates on weather and emergency management across the U.S. for Tuesday, September 16th, 2025. Coastal areas from North Carolina to New Jersey face strong winds, high surf, and flooding as a low-pressure system moves north. The West battles 47 uncontained wildfires with heightened activity. Severe storm risks are highlighted for parts of Colorado, Kansas, and Nebraska. Key fire incidents and weather conditions in states like Arizona, California, Colorado, and Hawaii are also covered. Stay informed on conditions across the country.  

00:00 Introduction and National Weather Overview 
00:53 State-by-State Weather Updates
00:54 Arizona Wildfire Updates
01:12 California Wildfire Updates
01:33 Colorado Weather and Fire Updates
01:49 East Coast Weather Alerts
02:13 Hawai’i Fire Update
02:35 Midwest Severe Weather Risks
02:58 Montana Fire Update
03:44 Pacific Northwest Fire Updates
04:34 Conclusion and Monitoring Plans

Sources: [NWS | https://www.weather.gov/]
[WPC ERO | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/excessive_rainfall_outlook_ero.php]
[NIFC IMSR | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
SPC Day 1 | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?issuedby=DY1&product=SWO&site=JKL&format=txt]
[USGS | https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/feed/v1.0/summary/2.5_day.geojson]
[NIFC IMSR | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[SPC Day 1 | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?issuedby=DY1&product=SWO&site=JKL&format=txt]
[NWS Mount Holly | https://www.weather.gov/phi/]
[NWS Marine CWF | https://www.ndbc.noaa.gov/data/Forecasts/FZUS51.KPHI.html]
[NWS LWX | https://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=lwx&wwa=coastal+flood+advisory]
[SPC Day 1 | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?issuedby=DY1&product=SWO&site=JKL&format=txt]
[NWS LWX | https://www.weather.gov/lwx/]
[SPC Day 1 | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?issuedby=DY1&product=SWO&site=JKL&format=txt]
[NWS Mount Holly | https://www.weather.gov/phi/]
[NWS CWF | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?issuedby=PHI&product=CWF&site=PHI]
[NWS Morehead City | https://www.weather.gov/mhx/]
[NWS Bismarck | https://www.weather.gov/bis/]
[AHPS Mandan | https://water.weather.gov/ahps2/hydrograph.php?gage=MDNN8&wfo=rev]
[NWS Wakefield | https://forecast.weather.gov/showsigwx.php?product1=Coastal+Flood+Warning&warnzone=VAZ525]
[NWS LWX | https://www.weather.gov/lwx/]

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Published on: September 16, 2025
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EM Morning Brief Monday, September 15th, 2025

EM Morning Brief: Tropics & Wildfire Updates Across the US

Cedric provides the latest updates on tropical disturbances and fires across the United States in this EM Morning Brief. Key highlights include a central Atlantic disturbance with an 80% chance to develop this week, Tropical Storm Mario in the eastern Pacific, and various uncontained large fires nationwide. Specific fire updates are given for California, Washington, and Oregon. Coastal flood advisories are in effect for parts of Florida, New Jersey, Delaware, and Pennsylvania, and Hawaii remains on alert due to Kilauea's activity. Stay informed with detailed weather and emergency management updates. 00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:09 Tropical Weather Updates
00:25 Pacific Storms and Wildfire Status
00:51 State-by-State Fire and Weather Reports
00:54 California Wildfire Update
01:12 Washington Fire Incidents
01:32 Oregon Fire Conditions
01:50 Florida Coastal Advisory
02:03 Northeast Coastal Flood Warnings
02:36 Hawaii Volcanic Activity
02:51 Conclusion and Monitoring

Sources:
[NHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo.php] [NHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATCMEP3+shtml/150236.shtml] [NIFC | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc/sitreprt.pdf] [Fresno Bee | https://www.fresnobee.com/news/california/fires/article312103694.html] [NWS Jacksonville | https://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=usa&wwa=Rip+Current+Statement] [NWS Mt Holly/Philadelphia | https://www.weather.gov/phi/] [USGS HVO | https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/hans-public/notice/DOI-USGS-HVO-2025-09-14T18%3A21%3A47%2B00%3A00]

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EM Morning Brief, Friday September 12th, 2025

EM Morning Brief: Nationwide Flooding and Wildfire Updates - September 12, 2025   Join Cedric for the EM Morning Brief covering the latest weather concerns and emergency updates for Friday, September 12th, 2025. Topics include flooding risks in South Florida, southwestern Colorado, central New Mexico, and the northern Plains, severe storm forecasts in Montana and the Dakotas, and ongoing wildfire activity in the western United States. Stay informed with the latest evacuation orders, closures, and preparedness levels. Tune in for detailed reports from affected areas including California, Texas, Florida, Washington, Oregon, New Mexico, Arizona, Idaho, Wyoming, and Hawaii. Remember to stay weather-aware and check local alerts for rapid updates.  

00:00 Introduction and Nationwide Weather Overview
01:00 California Wildfire Updates
01:19 Texas Flooding and Disaster Declarations
01:37 Florida Coastal Flooding and Rain Risk
01:49 Washington Wildfire Conditions
02:03 Oregon Fire Closures and Smoke
02:14 New Mexico Flood Watch and Rainfall Risk
02:28 Arizona Storms and Fire Closures
02:39 Northern Plains Severe Weather
02:55 Selected Incidents in Idaho, Wyoming, and Hawaii
03:07 Final Weather Alerts and Sign-Off

Sources:
[NWS WPC | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/ero.php?day=1&opt=curr]
[NWS SPC | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?issuedby=DY1&product=SWO&site=JKL&format=txt]
[NIFC | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[CAL FIRE | https://www.fire.ca.gov/incidents/2025/8/24/garnet-fire/updates/d2e9fde6-acba-405f-99f8-9d29fd3f4b67]
[NIFC | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[TDEM | https://www.tdem.texas.gov/press-release/9-11-25]
[NWS Midland/Odessa | https://www.weather.gov/maf/]
[NWS Key West | https://www.weather.gov/key/]
[NWS WPC | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/ero.php?day=1&opt=curr]
[NIFC | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[NIFC | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[NWS Albuquerque | https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?textField1=35.1064&textField2=-106.632]
[NWS WPC | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/ero.php?day=1&opt=curr]
[NWS SPC | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?issuedby=DY1&product=SWO&site=JKL&format=txt]
[NIFC | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[NWS SPC | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?issuedby=DY1&product=SWO&site=JKL&format=txt]
[NWS WPC | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/ero.php?day=1&opt=curr]
[NWS Bismarck | https://www.weather.gov/bis/]
[NWS Rapid City | https://www.weather.gov/unr/]
[NIFC | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]

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EM Morning Brief Thursday, September 11th, 2025

EM Morning Brief: Updates and Alerts for September 11, 2025 Join Cedric for the EM Morning Brief on September 11, 2025, as he provides a nationwide weather update. Today, the tropics remain quiet with no active systems reported by the National Hurricane Center. South Florida faces localized flash flooding concerns, while wildfire activity remains high across the country. Eastern Oregon has Flash Flood Watches in effect, and dense fog advisories are impacting parts of Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan. Stay weather-aware and follow local National Weather Service alerts for the latest information.

00:00 Introduction and National Weather Overview
00:54 Florida
01:09 Oregon
01:28 Minnesota & Wisconsin
01:43 Michigan
02:08 Conclusion and Resources

Sources: [NHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/?text=]
[CPHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/cphc/]
[WPC ERO | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/excessive_rainfall_outlook_ero.php]
[NIFC IMSR (9/10) | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[USGS | https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/map/]
[NWS Miami | https://www.weather.gov/mfl/]
[NWS Miami AFD | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=MFL&issuedby=MFL&product=AFD]
[NWS Boise | https://www.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=boi&wwa=all]
[NWS Pendleton | https://www.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=pdt&wwa=all]
[NWS Duluth Advisory | https://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=usa&wwa=dense%20fog%20advisory]
[NWS Twin Cities AFD | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=MPX&issuedby=MPX&product=AFD]
[NWS Marquette Marine | https://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=usa&wwa=dense%20fog%20advisory]  

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Wednesday, September 10th 2025, EM Morning Brief

EM Morning Brief: Hazardous Surf, Earthquakes, and Wildfires - Sep 10, 2025

In today's EM Morning Brief, Cedric reports on hazardous surf conditions in Hawaii due to Tropical Storm Kiko, an offshore earthquake sequence near Port Orford, Oregon, and ongoing wildfires in Washington state. Additional updates cover air quality alerts in Texas, and wind advisories in Arizona. For full details and safety updates, check the links in the show notes.   

0:00 Introduction and Overview
00:57 California
01:19 Texas
01:31 Hawaii
01:47 Oregon
2:02 Arizona
02:18 Washington
02:35 Conclusion and Safety Reminders

Sources:
[NWS Honolulu | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?issuedby=HFO&product=CFW&site=hfo]
[CPHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/cphc/]
[USGS | https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/us7000quwy]
[USGS | https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/map/?magnitude=4.5&range=month][NIFC IMSR | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[USGS | https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/nc75235587]
[USFS | https://www.fs.usda.gov/r05/shasta-trinity/newsroom/releases/swift-complex-and-cedar-fire-update-september-9-2025]
[NWS Austin/San Antonio | https://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=usa&wwa=air+quality+alert]
[NWS Houston/Galveston | https://forecast.weather.gov/showsigwx.php?product1=Air+Quality+Alert&site=HGX]
[NWS Honolulu | https://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=usa&wwa=High+Surf+Warning]
[CPHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/cphc/]
[USGS | https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/us7000quwy]
[USGS | https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/map/?magnitude=4.5&range=month][NWS Flagstaff | https://www.weather.gov/fgz/]
[NWS Text | https://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=abq&wwa=wind+advisory]
[NIFC IMSR | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[USFS Alerts | https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/okanogan-wenatchee/alerts]

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EM Morning Brief, September 9th, 2025

Join Cedric as he presents the E.M. Morning Brief for September 9, 2025.

Today’s updates include ongoing wildfire activities in the Pacific Northwest, particularly in Washington and Oregon, a recent 5.8 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Oregon, and various severe weather risks across the central and southern High Plains, eastern Colorado, western Kansas, eastern New Mexico, the Oklahoma Panhandle, and parts of Texas. Additionally, Hurricane Kiko is causing hazardous surf conditions near Hawaii. Stay informed and stay safe!

00:00 Introduction and Headlines
00:58 Colorado
01:11 Hawaii
01:22 Kansas
01:31
New Mexico
01:40 Oklahoma
01:49 Oregon
02:02 Texas
02:13 Washington
02:27 Conclusion

Sources: [NIFC | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf] [USGS | https://www.usgs.gov/data/latest-earthquakes-map-and-list] [NWS SPC | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?format=txt&issuedby=DY1&product=SWO&site=JKL&version=1] [NHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo.php]; [CPHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/HFOTCMCP4%2Bshtml/090242.shtml] [NWS SPC | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?format=txt&issuedby=DY1&product=SWO&site=JKL&version=1] [CPHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/HFOTCMCP4%2Bshtml/090242.shtml] [NWS SPC | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?format=txt&issuedby=DY1&product=SWO&site=JKL&version=1] [NWS SPC | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?format=txt&issuedby=DY1&product=SWO&site=JKL&version=1] [NWS SPC | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?format=txt&issuedby=DY1&product=SWO&site=JKL&version=1] [USGS | https://www.usgs.gov/data/latest-earthquakes-map-and-list] [BNO News | https://bnonews.com/index.php/2025/09/magnitude-5-8-earthquake-strikes-off-oregon-coast-no-tsunami-threat/] [NIFC | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf] [NWS SPC | https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?format=txt&issuedby=DY1&product=SWO&site=JKL&version=1] [NIFC | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]

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EM Morning Brief for Thursday, September 8, 2025

EM Morning Brief | September 8th, 2025: Nationwide Wildfire Update & Severe Weather Alert 

In today's E.M. Morning Brief, Cedric provides an update on the nation's wildfire activity, with 92 active incidents and 61 major fires still uncontained at Preparedness Level Four. The Western U.S. remains the busiest, with specific incidents in California, Washington, and other states. The Storm Prediction Center predicts severe weather in the Plains, particularly in western Kansas, northwest Oklahoma, and parts of the Texas and Oklahoma Panhandles, with risks of damaging winds and hail. The National Hurricane Center reports no tropical development in the Atlantic. Stay updated and stay safe.  

00:00 Introduction and National Wildfire Update
00:26 Severe Weather Outlook for the Plains
00:45 Tropical Weather Update
00:53 California Wildfire Status
01:20 Washington Wildfire Update
01:37 Oregon Wildfire Update
01:50 Wyoming Wildfire Update
02:06 Idaho Wildfire Update
02:16 Nevada Wildfire Update
02:28 Colorado Wildfire Update
02:37 Arizona Wildfire Update
02:46 Severe Weather Alerts for Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas
03:12 Conclusion

Sources:
[NHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATCMEP1%2Bshtml/050858.shtml]
[NWS Honolulu | https://www.weather.gov/hfo]
[NHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATCPEP1%2Bshtml/050256.shtml]
[WPC | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/ero.php?day=1&opt=curr]
[NIFC IMSR | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[NIFC NFN | https://www.nifc.gov/fire-information/nfn])
[CAL FIRE | https://www.fire.ca.gov/incidents/2025/9/2/tcu-september-lightning-complex]
[FOX 13 Seattle | https://www.fox13seattle.com/news/lower-sugarloaf-fire-evacuations]
[NIFC IMSR | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[NWS Medford | https://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=mfr&wwa=red+flag+warning]
[Oregon Smoke Info | https://www.oregonsmoke.org/]
[NWS Albuquerque | https://www.weather.gov/abq/]
[NWS Tucson | https://www.weather.gov/twc/climate/normals/julN.php]
NHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATCMEP1%2Bshtml/050858.shtml]
[NWS Honolulu | https://www.weather.gov/hfo]
[WPC Day 2 ERO | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/ero.php?day=2&opt=curr]
[Houston Chronicle | https://www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-weather/forecast/article/lorena-mexico-friday-texas-rain-weekend-21029530.php]
[USFS Bridger-Teton (FB) | https://www.facebook.com/BridgerTetonNF/posts/an-updated-closure-order-for-the-willow-creek-fire-will-be-in-effect-starting-se/1210277127810086/]
[NIFC IMSR | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf] [NWS Fairbanks | https://www.weather.gov/afg/]

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EM Morning Brief for Thursday, September 5, 2025

Join Cedric for the E.M. Morning Briefing, covering critical weather and emergency updates for September 5, 2025. Key highlights include Hurricane Kiko's potential impact on Hawai'i, elevated wildfire activity in Washington, Oregon, and California, and various weather advisories ranging from flash flood warnings in the Southwest to flood watches in Alaska. Stay informed with the latest national and state-level updates to ensure your safety.

00:00 Introduction and Pacific Hurricane Update
00:28 Southwest Flash Flooding and Wildfire Activity
00:50 California Wildfire Updates
01:11 Washington and Oregon Fire Alerts
01:44 New Mexico and Arizona Flood Watches
02:12 Hawai'i Hurricane Watch
02:30 Texas Rain and Flood Risk
02:51 Wyoming and Montana Fire Updates
03:19 Alaska Flood Watch
03:35 Conclusion and Safety Reminder

Sources:
[NHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATCMEP1%2Bshtml/050858.shtml]
[NWS Honolulu | https://www.weather.gov/hfo]
[NHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATCPEP1%2Bshtml/050256.shtml]
[WPC | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/ero.php?day=1&opt=curr]
[NIFC IMSR | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[NIFC NFN | https://www.nifc.gov/fire-information/nfn])
[CAL FIRE | https://www.fire.ca.gov/incidents/2025/9/2/tcu-september-lightning-complex]
[FOX 13 Seattle | https://www.fox13seattle.com/news/lower-sugarloaf-fire-evacuations]
[NIFC IMSR | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[NWS Medford | https://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=mfr&wwa=red+flag+warning]
[Oregon Smoke Info | https://www.oregonsmoke.org/]
[NWS Albuquerque | https://www.weather.gov/abq/]
[NWS Tucson | https://www.weather.gov/twc/climate/normals/julN.php]
[NHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATCMEP1%2Bshtml/050858.shtml]
[NWS Honolulu | https://www.weather.gov/hfo]
[WPC Day 2 ERO | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/ero.php?day=2&opt=curr]
[Houston Chronicle | https://www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-weather/forecast/article/lorena-mexico-friday-texas-rain-weekend-21029530.php]
[USFS Bridger-Teton (FB) | https://www.facebook.com/BridgerTetonNF/posts/an-updated-closure-order-for-the-willow-creek-fire-will-be-in-effect-starting-se/1210277127810086/]
[NIFC IMSR | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[NWS Fairbanks | https://www.weather.gov/afg/]

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E.M. Morning Brief for September 4th, 2025

In this episode of the E.M. Morning Brief for September 4th, 2025, Cedric provides updates on a variety of critical environmental topics. The National Hurricane Center is monitoring a tropical wave in the eastern Atlantic, with developing chances. Flash flood risks are highlighted for parts of southeast California, central to southern Arizona, southeast Florida, and eastern Kentucky. Wildfires remain a significant concern in the West, particularly in California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington. Other notable updates include a volcanic activity alert in Hawaii and air quality warnings in Texas. Catch all the details and stay informed about potential hazards in your area.

00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:06 Tropical Wave Alert in the Atlantic
00:22 Flash Flood Concerns in the West and Southeast
00:38 Wildfire Operations Update
00:51 Arizona Flash Flood Risk
01:07 California Weather and Fire Activity
01:35 Florida Rainfall and Flooding
01:48 Hawaii Volcano Activity
02:01 Idaho Wildfire Incidents
02:11 Kentucky Storms and Flooding
02:20 Montana Wildfire Threats
02:32 Oregon Red Flag Warnings
02:45 Texas Air Quality and Recovery
03:08 Washington Wildfire Updates
03:23 Conclusion and Resources


Sources:
[NHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/MIATWOAT.shtml]
[NWS/WPC | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/ero.php?day=1&opt=curr]
[NIFC IMSR (Sep 3) | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc/sitreprt.pdf]
[NWS/WPC | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/ero.php?day=1&opt=curr]
[NWS/WPC | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/ero.php?day=1&opt=curr]
[CAL FIRE | https://www.fire.ca.gov/incidents]
[NWS/WPC | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/ero.php?day=1&opt=curr]
[USGS HVO | https://www.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/volcano-updates]
[NIFC IMSR (Sep 3) | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc/sitreprt.pdf]
[NWS/WPC | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/ero.php?day=1&opt=curr]
NIFC IMSR (Sep 3) | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc/sitreprt.pdf]
[NWS/WPC | https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/qpf/ero.php?day=1&opt=curr]
[NIFC IMSR (Sep 3) | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc/sitreprt.pdf]
[NWS Portland | https://www.weather.gov/pqr/]
[NIFC IMSR (Sep 3) | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc/sitreprt.pdf]
[NWS Houston/Galveston | https://forecast.weather.gov/showsigwx.php?warnzone=TXZ213&product1=Air%20Quality%20Alert]
[Office of the Governor (Sep 2) | https://gov.texas.gov/news/post/governor-abbott-announces-extension-for-fema-individual-assistance-registration-period-for-texas-flooding]
[San Antonio Express-News (today) | https://www.expressnews.com/hill-country/article/texas-hill-country-floods-fema-relief-extended-21028629.php]
[NWS Seattle hazard page | https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=47.4187&lon=-121.412]
[NIFC IMSR (Sep 3) | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc/sitreprt.pdf]

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E.M. Morning Brief for September 3rd, 2025

E.M. Morning Brief: Wildfires, Severe Storms & Tropical Updates - Sept 3, 2025

Cedric provides a comprehensive update on elevated wildfire activities across the U.S., severe storm risks in Kansas and Missouri, and a tropical system in the eastern Atlantic. Key highlights include federal firefighting efforts, evacuation orders in California due to the TCU September Lightning Complex, Red Flag Warnings in Oregon and Washington, and FEMA assistance extension for Texas flood survivors. Updates on Kīlauea volcanic activity in Hawai‘i and various fire incidents in other states are also covered.

00:00 Introduction and National Overview
01:05 California Wildfire Updates
01:25 Oregon Fire Weather Alerts
01:46 Washington Fire Conditions
01:59 Texas Flood Recovery Extension
02:16 Severe Storm Risks in Kansas and Missouri
02:40 Hawai‘i Volcano Activity
02:50 Montana and Wyoming Fire Updates
03:13 Idaho and Colorado Fire Threats
03:31 Nevada Fire Containment
03:39 Virginia Hurricane Recovery
03:48 Conclusion

Sources
[NIFC | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[NWS SPC | https://www.spc.noaa.gov/products/outlook/day1otlk.html]
[NHC | https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo.php]
[USGS HVO | https://www.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/volcano-updates]
[CAL FIRE | https://www.fire.ca.gov/incidents/2025/9/2/tcu-september-lightning-complex/updates]  
[AP | https://apnews.com/article/abbc6231a7b3796d560db064c8db29b7]
[NWS PDX/SEW WWA | https://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=pqr&wwa=red+flag+warning]  
[NIFC | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[NWS SEW WWA | https://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=pqr&wwa=red+flag+warning]
[NIFC | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf])
[TDEM | https://www.tdem.texas.gov/press-release/9-2-25] [
NWS SPC | https://www.spc.noaa.gov/products/outlook/day1otlk.html]
[NWS SPC | https://www.spc.noaa.gov/products/outlook/day1otlk.html]
[NWS Springfield | https://www.weather.gov/sgf/]
[USGS HVO | https://www.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/volcano-updates]
[Montana DEQ | https://deq.mt.gov/News/smokeforecasts-folder/smoke-forecast-09-2-2025]
[NIFC | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[NIFC | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[NIFC | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[NIFC | https://www.nifc.gov/nicc-files/sitreprt.pdf]
[Cardinal News | https://cardinalnews.org/2025/09/02/roanoke-city-council-to-accept-fema-disaster-funds-from-hurricane-helene/]

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