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Heat Wave and Severe Thunderstorms this Independence Day

A prolonged, dangerous heat wave will persist through the Independence Day weekend across the Ohio Valley, Midwest, and Mid-Atlantic. Numerous temperature records are expected. Clusters of severe thunderstorms will move across parts of the Allegheny Plateau into Mid Atlantic this Independence Day, with potential for widespread damaging winds. Additional severe thunderstorms in the Great Plains. Read More >

Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected this afternoon then decreasing in coverage by sunset. Severe thunderstorms are not anticipated but cloud to ground lightning is expected. Wind gusts up to 35 mph possible with any storms. Make sure to have multiple ways to receive weather information if you have outdoor plans! Stay weather aware!