"Calm Transition to Fall Brings Relief from Destructive Derechos Across the U.S."

Listeners, over the past seven days, the United States has not seen any widespread, long-lived, and destructive windstorm events associated with a line of rapidly moving thunderstorms—meaning no new derechos have been confirmed in this period. However, the threat of such storms always looms during transitional seasons, and meteorologists have been closely monitoring unsettled weather across several regions.

Despite the absence of destructive derechos, significant attention has shifted to the lasting impact from severe windstorms earlier this year. In Houston, meteorologist Daji Aswad from KPRC 2 recently received an Emmy nomination for her coverage of the 2024 derecho that struck the region. That storm left a major mark on the area, knocking out power to thousands, tearing down power lines, and causing extensive damage to homes and businesses. Daji has been highlighting ongoing recovery efforts and the strength of local communities, reminding listeners that severe windstorms can return suddenly and with little warning.

Recent weather across the Midwest has remained remarkably calm for late September, with Southwest Michigan forecasting nothing but sunny skies, foggy mornings, and crisp fall temperatures. This comes as a welcome break for residents who have dealt with extreme summer thunderstorms in past years. Van Buren, Kalamazoo, and Calhoun counties all enjoyed highs in the 70s and 80s, with stable weather and no indication of any destructive thunderstorm clusters developing. Instead of preparing for wind damage, local families have been enjoying autumn adventures—pumpkin patches and leaf-chasing dogs are the main headlines right now.

Out east, New Jersey is also steering clear of severe windstorms this week. Meteorologists forecast a notable October weather shift, with cooler air, brisk mornings, and clear skies ushered in by a dry cold front. No warnings have been issued for damaging winds or lightning-packed thunderstorms—just the standard transition to full-on autumn. Forecasters are keeping a close watch, as October can sometimes bring a surprise line of strong storms, but nothing on the scale of a derecho currently appears in the models.

While there hasn't been a new derecho or widespread destructive windstorm in the last seven days, listeners should remain aware that severe weather can erupt rapidly, especially as cold and warm air masses interact during fall. Meteorologists continue to emphasize preparedness: local agencies advise securing outdoor items, reviewing emergency plans, and staying updated with alerts, especially as we approach the colder seasons.

Thank you for tuning in. Be sure to come back next week for more updates on extreme weather and climate events across America. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for more information, check out Quiet Please Dot A I.

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