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Lowell to Impact Hawaii; Heat Persists in the South-Central U.S.

Hurricane Lowell is forecast to pass west of Kauai`s coastal waters tonight. Impacts such as high surf and heavy rain could impact all of the islands. Sweltering heat remains across the South-Central Plains and Lower/Middle Mississippi Valley into this week with limited nighttime relief. Periods of moderate to heavy rainfall will be possible through Tuesday morning in the northern Rockies. Read More >

Severe thunderstorms remain possible through this evening. Clearing skies will bring increased instability by late afternoon. Isolated to scattered thunderstorms could develop in this clearing then move east through the evening. All hazards remain possible, including a tornado or two. Stay weather aware!
Strong west winds, with gusts to 55 mph, are expected on Tuesday. The stronger winds are expected to be located across the northern half of North Dakota. Increased fire weather concerns will also be found Tuesday, especially in the southwest.