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Heavy Rain in the Appalachians and Central Gulf Coast; Heat Continues in the West; Monitoring the Tropics

Heavy to excessive rainfall over the southern Appalachians and portions of the central Gulf Coast may bring areas of flooding today. Hot temperatures are in place through today across much of the western U.S. and New England. Tropical Storm Erin is forecast to become a Major Hurricane this weekend as it moves across the central Atlantic Ocean. Monitor future forecasts for any East Coast impacts. Read More >

Overview

Severe thunderstorms tracked through southern Wisconsin late Wednesday afternoon through Wednesday night. Conditions were favorable for rotating storms, so a tornado watch was in place. Several storms produced straight-line wind damage, with two tornadoes confirmed in Green County and one more in Rock County. Very heavy rain impacted many areas, with flash flooding closing several roads in Lafayette County.

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