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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 >

Hot and humid conditions are expected this week, but afternoon lake breezes will bring some limited relief for areas close to Lake Michigan. Conditions will be dry, but chances for showers increase closer to the weekend.
Hot and humid conditions are expected this week with daily highs in the low to mid 90s and peak heat indices (particularly Tuesday and Wednesday) around 100 degrees away from the lake.