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Severe Thunderstorms in the Northern Plains; Heavy Rainfall in the Mississippi and Tennessee Valleys; Critical Fire Weather in the Southwest

Severe thunderstorms, with a significant wind threat, will continue through tonight across the northern Plains. Wind gusts of 60 to 100 mph are possible. Heavy rainfall will continue through tonight from Oklahoma into Missouri, and in the Tennessee Valley through Monday. Critical fire weather conditions continue in the Southwest through Tuesday. Read More >

Red Flag Warnings in effect today for most of northeastern Utah and Western Colorado as hot, dry and windy conditions return to the region. Observe fire bans and exercise extra care to prevent wildfires. A weak surge of moisture this weekend will bring a brief pause in the critical fire weather conditions and may produce a few light showers and thunderstorms in the mountains Sunday. Hot, dry weather returns next week.