Severe Thunderstorm Threat From the Central Plains to the Northeast; Extreme HeatRisk for the East Coast

Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible from the central Plains to the Northeast through this evening. Widespread damaging winds are the primary threat but hail and a tornado or two is also possible. Extremely dangerous heat continues across the Eastern U.S. Warm overnight low temperatures will provide little to no relief. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Wed, Jul 17, 2024 at 7:10:57 am CDT

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One more day of high heat index values on Wednesday before higher rain chances and cloud cover provide some relief to end the week. Heat index readings of 108F to 112F are forecast in most locations Wednesday. Find ways to cool down if outdoor activity is needed and check on those who may need attention.

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Location	Time (CDT)	Weather	Vsby. (SM)	Temp. (ºF)	Dewpt. (ºF)	Hum. (%)	Wind (mph)	Wind Chill / Heat Index (ºF)	Pres. (in)
Baton Rouge LA	06:53	Lightning Observed	10	81	76	84	NNE 3	-	30.03
Biloxi MS	06:56	Light Rain With Thunder	6	77	73	88	CALM	-	30.02
Gulfport MS	06:53	Thunder In The Vicinity \ Lightning Observed	10	81	77	87	SE 3	-	30.03
Hammond LA	06:55	Lightning Observed	10	75	75	99	CALM	-	30.04
Houma LA	06:47	Partly Cloudy	7	78	73	83	CALM	-	30.04
McComb MS	12:53	Mostly Clear	10	90	71	53	VRB 3	96 [HI]	30.07
New Orleans LA	06:53	Cumulonimbus Clouds Observed	10	81	78	90	CALM	-	30.03
Slidell La	06:53	Mostly Clear	10	78	75	90	N 3	-	30.03