Record Heat for the Intermountain West and Northern Plains; Heavy Rainfall and Severe Weather Threats

Record setting heat is expected over the next several days from the Intermountain West through the northern Plains. Furthermore, fire weather concerns increase with dry and breezy conditions. Meanwhile, heavy rainfall and severe thunderstorm threats for the Ohio/Tennessee Valleys, central Appalachians and Southeast today. The threat shifts to central Gulf Coast and across central Texas this week. Read More >

Heatwave Continues

Heat Safety

As the heat dome persists over the region, temperatures will climb into the 90s to around 100 degrees again today. A heat advisory has been issued for most of the forecast area. The one confounding factor through the weekend may be wildfire smoke. Elevated or near surface smoke is not expected to significantly impact northeast SD or west central MN, but if it does move overhead, it could lower temperatures a few degrees.

As the heat continues, make sure to keep yourself and others safe through the day. Make sure to stay hydrated, limit strenuous outdoor activities, and take breaks if you have to work outside. Never leave kids of pets unattended in cars as it could get dangerously hot very quickly.

Record Heat for the Intermountain West and Northern Plains; Heavy Rainfall and Severe Weather Threats

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