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Heavy Rain and Flash Flooding in the West; Heat Expands in the Central U.S.

Monsoonal moisture will produce showers and thunderstorms with heavy rain over parts of the Southwest, Great Basin, and Central Rockies through Monday. Flash flooding is possible, especially in and around burn scars and in areas of steep terrain. Heat will persist across the Central U.S. early this week, spreading into the Ohio Valley and Mid-Atlantic later this week. Read More >

The extreme heat will continue today with heat indices over 100 degrees. Those sensitive to the heat will need to take the proper precautions.
Scattered thunderstorms will develop this afternoon and evening. While not all areas will see storms, the stronger storms will produce frequent lightning and wind gusts to 60 mph. Remain weather aware if outdoors today.
Hot conditions are expected to continue this week. After the scattered rain chances today, the next chance for rain arrives Thursday along with lower temperatures.
Extreme heat through Labor Day weekend. Make sure to stay cool and hydrated, and know the symptoms of Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke!