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Severe Weather and Flooding Threats for the Central U.S.; Dangerous Heat in the Southern and Western U.S.

Severe weather and flooding threats will continue for portions of the central U.S. over the next couple of days, with multiple rounds of thunderstorms expected. Dangerous heat will persist across the southern and western U.S. through mid-week. Hot and dry conditions will fuel fire weather concerns for the Intermountain West, where dry thunderstorms may spark additional wildfires. Read More >

 

Drought Information Statements for NWS Chicago

Latest Drought Information Statement

2026/04/13

2026/03/25

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Drought Information Statements for NWS Chicago (Accessible Text-Only Version)

Latest Drought Information Statement

2026/04/13

2026/03/25

2026/02/19

 

 

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