Severe Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain in the Central Plains to Upper Midwest; Extreme Heat in Parts of the South

Thunderstorms with severe wind gusts and hail will be possible today across parts of the central Plains, and from the Missouri Valley into the upper Mississippi Valley. Heavy rain associated with the thunderstorms may also produce flash/urban flooding. Critical fire weather conditions expected in the Great Basin and interior Northwest. Dangerous heat continues across the Southwest and Southeast. Read More >

Storm Chances Return Wednesday

Impactful Heat Expected Next Week

Key Messages

The week's best chance of thunderstorms is expected this evening when most of the area will have a 60-80% chance of showers and storms. Some storms are expected to grow strong enough to produce 75+ mph wind gusts, large hail, and/or flash flooding. Know where to seek shelter if you have outdoor plans this evening.

Temperatures are expected to push into the lower 90°s today. Even warmer temps next week will increase the risk of heat-related illness. The area has a 40-70% chance of seeing heat indices push above 100°. Know the signs of Heat Exhaustion: Dizziness Thirst Heavy Sweating Nausea Weakness

Severe Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain in the Central Plains to Upper Midwest; Extreme Heat in Parts of the South

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