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Dangerous Heat Wave Continues; Areas of Severe Thunderstorms Today

Dangerous, record-breaking heat will continue across most of the central and eastern U.S through Friday then focusing on the eastern U.S. through the Independence Day weekend. Peak heat indices of up to 115 degrees are possible. Strong to severe thunderstorms will be possible from the northern Plains into the Midwest and Great Lakes regions, as well as across the southern Appalachians today. Read More >

Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect for all of southern Wisconsin through 10 PM CDT tonight. Heat and humidity will continue through the remainder of the weekend, but at lower levels.
Multiple rounds of storms, several potentially severe, are expected through the holiday weekend. All hazards are possible each day, but uncertainty remains with timing and storm location. Keep up to date with the latest forecasts!
After showers and storms end this morning, expecting a few hours break in storm activity before additional scattered thunderstorms develop this evening. All hazards are possible with these storms. Storms will continue through the evening, gradually weakening overnight. Remain weather aware if doing outdoor activities!