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Critical Fire Weather in the Plains; Unseasonably Warm in the Southwest and Southern U.S.

Unseasonably warm temperatures continue through the weekend across the Southwest and southern U.S., with more than 100 record or near record maximum temperatures forecast through the rest of the week and over the weekend. Elevated to critical fire weather conditions will persist across the Plains and Southeast U.S. this weekend. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Sat, Mar 28, 2026 at 1:42:21 am PDT

A pattern change is on tap for the early part of next week. Cooler temperatures are certain, but any potential rainfall falls under a "boom or bust" scenario depending on the strength of the incoming trough. Check back for updated forecasts through the weekend! #CAwx

 

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