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Locally Heavy Rainfall for the Carolinas; Thunderstorms and Fire Weather Concerns for Intermountain West

Heavy rainfall from scattered thunderstorms is expected across the Southwest, Intermountain West, and Plains. Isolated dry thunderstorms may initiate additional fires across the west. The coastal Carolinas may experience flash floods in the coming days due to repeated thunderstorms. Additionally, a wave of intense summer heat will hit the Southern Plains and central Gulf Coast States this week. Read More >

Large waves and dangerous conditions will continue today at the lakefront. Otherwise, beautiful weather conditions are expected for the next several days, with a gradual warming trend through next week.
Dangerous and potentially deadly water conditions will continue on southern Lake Michigan through tonight. Stay out of the water! Avoid the immediate lakeshore, including piers, breakwalls, and portions of lakeshore trails that may be partially inundated by large waves. Postpone boating until conditions improve on Sunday. Visit our beach forecast page at: www.weather.gov/greatlakes/beachhazards?wfo=LOT for more details.