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Heavy Rainfall for the Mid-Atlantic; Heat and Wildfire Concerns for the West

Slow moving showers and thunderstorms may result in flash flooding for portions of the mid-Atlantic region today into tonight. Meanwhile, excessive heat will continue to build across the West through Tuesday. Heat Advisories and Extreme Heat Warnings are in effect. Fire Weather concerns continue for the interior Northwest with dry and breezy conditions. Watching the tropics across the Southeast. Read More >

 

The heat will be easing slowly southeast today, lingering over portions of northeast IA and southwest/central WI. Afternoon heat indices are expected to reach 100 for these locations, and a heat advisory remains in effect until early evening.

Take precautions to protect yourself, family, and pets from the heat today.

Today: Heat Continues For Some

  • What: Heat indices near 100°F
  • Where: portions of northeast IA into southwest/central WI
  • Timing: Peak heat impacts in the afternoon to early evening
  • Impacts: Heat related illnesses can occur in as little as 30 minutes. Children, pets and the elderly are especially susceptible to the heat - check on them!
  • ACTION: Avoid prolonged exposure to the heat - postpone or reschedule outdoor activities. Stay hydrated, find shade or air conditioning for breaks. 
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