Extreme Fire Weather Concerns for the Western U.S.; Severe Weather and Flooding Threats for the Central U.S.

Extremely critical fire weather conditions are expected to develop across the Great Basin and Southwest today, and exceptionally dry and windy conditions will promote rapid wildfire spread through the weekend. Scattered severe thunderstorms and heavy rain are possible across parts of the Ozark Plateau into lower Ohio Valley and parts of the northern Rockies into adjacent Great Plains. Read More >

Forecast through Monday Night

Scattered Storms Possible Saturday Night

Hot and Humid Next Week!

Happy Friday! Today will be our last day of relatively cooler conditions, under mostly cloudy skies and chances of showers/isolated storms (20-50%) along and south of I-80. Another round of showers and storms (30-60%) will be possible Saturday night, some isolated strong to severe storms are possible south. Then, dangerous heat and humidity builds into the area for early next week, with highs warming to the 90s and heat indices of 100+ degrees.

The threat for strong to severe storms increases Saturday night as a warm front lifts northward through the area. Some isolated severe storms are possible, mainly along and south of Highway 34, with large hail and gusty winds being the primary threats. Keep up with the latest forecasts, and have a plan for seeking shelter, especially if you plan to be outdoors!

Extreme Fire Weather Concerns for the Western U.S.; Severe Weather and Flooding Threats for the Central U.S.

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