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Heavy Rainfall and Flooding Concerns in the Southwest; Coastal Low to Impact the East Coast

Deep tropical moisture will lead to widespread showers and thunderstorms capable of producing flash flooding through early next week over the Southwest and Four Corners. A coastal storm is expected to impact the southeast U.S. coast and mid-Atlantic regions with flooding, dangerous rip currents, gusty winds and heavy rain up much of the East Coast through early next week. Read More >

Temperatures will remain mild through the start of the next work week. Dry and breezy conditions on Sunday will result in an elevated fire danger. A system will pass through the area Monday and Tuesday, bringing chances for precipitation (20-40% chance) and cooler temperatures.
New drought monitor released today shows conditions continue to worsen across the region, with over 34% of eastern IA, northwest IL, and northeast MO now in a moderate or severe drought.