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Severe Weather and Heavy Rainfall from the Midwest to the Ohio Valley; Mid-Summer Heat Continues

Severe thunderstorm and heavy rainfall threats will persist from the Midwest to Lower Great Lakes through Monday, shifting into the Ohio Valley and Central Appalachians Monday evening into Tuesday. Mid-summer heat will continue across much of the CONUS this week, with record highs possible well into the 100s across the south-central High Plains. Read More >

Another round of thunderstorms will bring more torrential rainfall to parts of the area late tonight through Saturday morning. Instances of flash flooding may result, especially south of I-80 where there are concerns for possible widespread flash flooding.
While flooding is the primary risk tonight, there is still a chance that storms tonight may become severe producing damaging wind gusts capable of downing tree limbs.
Heads up! Hazardous swimming conditions may develop at southern Lake Michigan beaches through Saturday. Please plan accordingly if you're heading to the beach! Know before you go! weather.gov/greatlakes/beachhazards.
An active weather pattern continues across the region through the weekend with additional chances for showers and thunderstorms. Chances for a break in the pattern early next week.