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 >

Unhealthy Air Quality Today

Weather Outlook

An Air Quality Alert is in effect for portions of northern Illinois and northwest Indiana through tonight due to unhealthy ozone and wildfire smoke levels at times. Air quality is expected to be at unhealthy levels for everyone but especially for sensitive groups. Consider limiting prolonged outdoor activity.

Hot and humid conditions are expected today away from the lake under hazy skies from wildfire smoke. Isolated showers and storms are possible in the afternoon, but there are better chances on Friday and Saturday.

Record Heat for the Intermountain West and Northern Plains; Heavy Rainfall and Severe Weather Threats

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