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Lala Approaching Hawaii; Flash Flooding Risks; Excessive Heat

Lala, may become a hurricane, is expected to impact Hawaii this weekend. Heavy rainfall, strong winds, dangerous surf and localized flooding are expected. Heavy rainfall and flash flooding concerns from the mid-Mississippi Valley, Ohio Valley into the central Appalachians continues, with the threat shifting toward the mid-Atlantic later this weekend. Record heat continues for areas of the South. Read More >

Two more hot and humid days for most as afternoon heat index values climb into the 105-110+ range. A cold front late Sunday will bring cooler temperatures to the area next work week.
A cold front will begin to move southward late tonight through Sunday, bringing scattered showers and thunderstorms across the region. A few of these storms may be strong to severe, with damaging winds possible in addition to heavy downpours and frequent lightning.
Good news for everyone sick and tired of the heat and humidity. It does look a lot better next week, with temperature (and humidity) levels closer to normal. Another cold front on Wednesday should even bring BELOW normal temperatures to the region Thursday and Friday.