Hot Friday, Severe Storm Threat Saturday

A hot and humid Friday with afternoon heat indices around 100 for many locations. Take precautions from the heat.

Saturday brings the threat for severe storms as a cold front tracks into the area. Damaging winds and hail are the main threats, focused on the afternoon and evening hours. Keep up on latest forecast for more details as we move into the weekend. Have a plan for shelter, especially if you have outdoor activites.

Friday: Hot & Humid

What: high temperatures around 90 with heat indices around 100 F.
Where: entire area
Timing: noon to 7 pm
Impacts: Heat related illnesses can occur in as little as 30 minutes. Children, pets and the elderly as especially susceptible to the heat
ACTION: avoid prolonged exposure to the heat - postpone or reschedule outdoor activities. Stay hydrated

Saturday: Threat For Severe Storms

What: severe storms possible. Damaging winds and hail the main threats.
Where: entire area
Timing: Sat afternoon-evening
Impacts: hail damage to property, crops possible. Winds could damage trees, down power lines
ACTION: stay weather aware! Take shelter when storms approach

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