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Regional Outbreaks of Severe Weather Through Early Next Week; Early Season Heat Wave across the South

Active spring pattern across the center of our nation with several episodes of severe weather and heavy rainfall expected into next week. The potential for very large hail, long track tornadoes, severe wind gusts, frequent cloud to ground lightning strikes and flash flooding are in the outlook. Furthermore, dangerous early season heat wave continues for the Gulf Coast states into early next week. Read More >

The hottest temperatures of the year so far are ahead! Highs in the mid 80s on Friday climb to the 90s on Saturday and beyond. It will be an oppressively hot and humid week. Be sure to limit time outdoors, stay hydrated, and check on those who may be vulnerable to heat.
By Monday, the NWS Heat Risk shows major to extreme heat related impacts possible across the Midwest and Great Lakes regions. Check the latest heat risk here: https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/heatrisk/