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Heat Persists in the South Central U.S. and Southwest; Heavy rains in the Desert Southwest and Central Plains

Sweltering heat remains across the South-Central Plains, Lower/Middle Mississippi Valley, and the Southwest this week with limited nighttime relief. Thunderstorms will bring heavy rainfall leading to localized flash flooding in portions of the Desert Southwest and central Plains. Isolated strong to severe thunderstorms are possible across portions of the central Plains into the Northeast. Read More >

Sunday will be windy across the western South Dakota plains, primarily the northwest corner of the state. Wind gusts beyond 50mph may be possible. Unsecured outdoor items may be displaced, and high-profile vehicles may have trouble travelling on open roads. Next week will bring far more 'fall' like temperature in the 70s and low 80s.