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Extreme Heat and Tropical Storm Bertha Impacts

Dangerous heat will expand from the Gulf Coast into the Southern Plains and Desert Southwest through week's end. Additional extreme heat impacting the Pacific Northwest will shift to the northern Plains by the weekend. Tropical Storm Bertha is expected to continue to impact portions of the northern Gulf Coast from the western Florida Panhandle to southeastern Louisiana through tonight. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Wed, Jul 22, 2026 at 12:54:39 pm PDT

An Extreme Heat Watch has been upgraded to a Warning for Indian Wells Valley and the Mojave Desert valid Thursday, July 23rd through Monday, July 27th. Afternoon highs up to 112 degrees are expected, and morning lows between 75 and 80 degrees will provide little relief. Stay hydrated, use air conditioning and remain in cool places during the day, and avoid outdoor activities during the warmest parts of the day.
High pressure building over central California into the weekend will lead to warmer temperatures across the region, especially in the Mojave Desert. This image shows the temperature range on Saturday, July 25th. There is a 90% probability to exceed the lower value, but a 10% probability to exceed the higher value.

 

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