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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 >

Hot and dry conditions return Thursday and Friday, with highs in the 80s and 90s. Elevated to near‑critical fire weather concerns will continue through Friday before a cold front moves in to cool us off for the weekend with increased chances for precipitation. Stay alert and use extra caution outdoors.