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Dangerous Heat and Heavy Rainfall into the Weekend

Hot temperatures and high humidity are forecast to continue across the mid-Mississippi Valley into this weekend. Heat Advisories remain in effect. Heavy to excessive rainfall occurring at times through the weekend could bring areas of flooding to parts of the northern Rockies, upper Midwest, central Great Lakes, and southern New England. Read More >

Friday, September 18th, 2026: A slow-moving cold front continues to push through our region today, bringing predominantly dry conditions. However, a few showers and thunderstorms cannot be ruled out, especially across Central Virginia. Drier conditions are expected on Saturday before chances for showers and thunderstorms return on Sunday.
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