11K views · 48 reactions | Here's a quick forecast update detailing today's expected severe weather. This briefing was recorded at 12:40 PM. | US National Weather Service Jackson Mississippi | Facebook

The National Weather Service forecast calls for wind gusts up to 40 mph Friday; the NWS issued a beach hazard statement through Sunday, calling for high wave action, strong currents and dangerous swimming conditions | Grand Haven Tribune

NOAA's powerful Global Forecast System model was upgraded today, providing forecasters with a more accurate 4-D picture of how a weather system will evolve. The upgrade is the latest of a number of model improvements rolling out this spring and summer, thanks to increased supercomputing power NOAA acquired earlier this year. More information on the May 11, 2016 GFS upgrade here: http://www.noaa.gov/noaa’s-premier-forecast-model-goes-four-dimensional Video Credit: NOAA | U.S. National Weather Ser

NOAA'S RAP and HRRR models are now upgraded, providing improved severe weather & aviation forecasts. Learn more: weather.gov/news/200210-rapid-model | U.S. National Weather Service (NWS)

5.1K views · 27 reactions | When severe weather alerts are issued by the National Weather Service, do you have a way to receive them? Meteorologist Kate Thornton | NewsChannel 9 | Facebook