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Excessive Rainfall Potential for the Southeast; Heat Expands for Center of the Nation; Critical Fire Weather for Pacific Northwest

Flash flooding threatens areas from the Tennessee Valley to the Carolinas as storms repeat along a stalled front. Monsoonal storms may trigger flooding in the Southwest. Dangerous heat expands across the Desert Southwest, Plains, mid-Mississippi Valley and Southern Tier. Critical fire weather for interior Pacific Northwest. Cooler, drier air brings brief relief to the Great Lakes and Northeast. Read More >

very hot temperatures continue this weekend, with highs soaring to around 100 today and 100-105 across the plains Sunday. Only a few degrees of "cooling" can be expected Monday. Scattered afternoon showers and storms, mainly in and near the mountains and I-25 Corridor, will offer up a little late day relief. Remember to find shade and stay hydrated!
It will be very hot this weekend with afternoon highs soaring to near 100 today, and then into the 100-105 degree range on Sunday. A Heat Advisory remains in effect for the I-25 Corridor From Fort Collins to Denver along with the Greeley area today, and has been expanded to include all of the plains for Sunday. Seek shade, stay hydrated, avoid strenuous outdoor activities during peak heat of the day, and check on those that may be more vulnerable to the heat, including pets and livestock.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.