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Wildfire Smoke and Severe Thunderstorms in the East; Monsoon Thunderstorms in the Southwest

Wildfire smoke continues to impact air quality from the Great Lakes region into New England and the Mid-Atlantic today with widespread Air Quality Alerts in effect. Severe thunderstorms are expected across portions of the Ohio Valley and Lower Great Lakes into the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast, this afternoon into the evening. Monsoonal thunderstorms may bring areas of flooding to the Southwest. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Sat, Jul 18, 2026 at 12:10:41 pm MDT

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Update: There is now a slight risk for severe thunderstorms across much of the region for this afternoon and evening. Strong wind gusts are the primary concern from the strongest thunderstorms.
Hot temperatures and daily rounds of showers and thunderstorms will generally continue this weekend into next week. Be prepared to shelter from storms and practice heat safety if outdoors. Also be mindful of the breezy and dry conditions on Sunday. #MTwx

 

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