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 >

High Fire Danger Continue Friday

Independence Day Outlook

Red Flag conditions will prevail again on Friday, from 10 AM through midnight. Relative humidity values will be exceptionally low, many places under 5%. Winds will be lighter, but still gust out of the southwest near 30 mph. Avoid anything that could spark a fire. #COWX

Strong to severe storms are possible from the Palmer Divide into Prowers County Saturday with large hail and gusty winds possible. Otherwise, temperatures will remain hot, with upper 80s to mid 90s on the Plains, and 70s to 80s for the mountains and valleys. #COWX

Dangerous Heat Wave Continues; Areas of Severe Thunderstorms Today

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