National Overview
Thursday, September 25, 2025 — A cold front is pushing showers and thunderstorms from the Gulf Coast into the Mid-Atlantic and New England, with pockets of heavy rain capable of urban and poor‑drainage flooding. The Atlantic basin remains active: Hurricane Gabrielle is well east of the U.S., and Tropical Storm Humberto is strengthening over the central Atlantic. Coastal impacts today are mainly hazardous surf and rip currents from long‑period swells, with occasional spray and gusty onshore winds near bridges and causeways. Inland, plan for reduced visibility, ponding, and slick roads under the heaviest showers and storms.
Hotspot: Southern New England and the I‑95 Corridor (CT–RI–MA)
Expect periods of heavy rain with embedded thunderstorms today into this evening. Localized totals of 1–3 inches may produce ponding, reduced visibility, and a few localized flood issues.
- Primary corridors: I‑95 (NYC–Providence–Boston), I‑84, I‑91.
- Driving impacts: Sudden downpours, hydroplaning in wheel ruts, standing water near low‑lying ramps and underpasses.
- Logistics notes: Add buffer time on I‑95 and cross‑routes, use headlights in rain, and avoid flooded detours or shoulders.
Hotspot: Ohio and Tennessee Valleys (southern IN/KY into TN)
Repeated rounds of showers and storms with locally heavy rain are expected, and flood concerns are highlighted for central Kentucky and southern Indiana. Watch for water over roads and brief hydroplaning.
- Primary corridors: I‑64, I‑65, I‑71, I‑75, and I‑40.
- Driving impacts: Variable visibility, quick ponding in heavier cells, and slick pavement at on/off ramps.
- Logistics notes: Do not enter water-covered lanes; consider alternate timing or routing where flood advisories are in effect.
Hotspot: Central and South Texas (Hill Country to the I‑35 Corridor)
A southbound front is triggering scattered strong storms with gusty winds and downpours that can quickly reduce visibility and create slick spots.
- Primary corridors: I‑35 (Austin–San Antonio), I‑10 east of San Antonio, and nearby routes.
- Driving impacts: Gusty crosswinds near storm outflows, rapid slowdowns in heavy rain, and brief street flooding.
- Logistics notes: Secure light or open loads, use extra caution on elevated lanes and flyovers, and allow extra stopping distance.
Coastal Drivers
Even with storms offshore, long‑period swells from Gabrielle are producing hazardous surf and rip currents along parts of the East and Southeast coasts. Expect occasional sea spray and gusty onshore winds near bridges and causeways. Use caution with high‑profile or lightly loaded trailers on exposed spans.
Concluding Safety Tip
In heavy rain, slow down, increase following distance, and avoid cruise control. Use headlights, watch for standing water, and never drive through flooded lanes. Build extra time into schedules along the listed corridors and monitor local alerts before departure and during breaks.
Sources: National Weather Service and local NWS offices, state DOT updates, AP News, regional news outlets, and The Weather Channel.
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