Tropical System in the Gulf; Dangerous Heat and Air Quality Concerns; Severe Thunderstorms for Midwest to mid-Atlantic

Tropical system in the Gulf expected to gradually strengthen the next couple of days off the Florida Panhandle and Alabama coasts. Instances of flash flooding will be possible through Thursday along the eastern and central Gulf Coast. Severe thunderstorms will develop and move along a cold front crossing the Upper Midwest, and through the Ohio Valley/Mid-Atlantic on Tuesday. Read More >

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An area of thunderstorms and rain over Minnesota and northern Iowa will quickly move southeast and into eastern Iowa and northwest Illinois through mid morning. Expect gusty winds, lightning, and brief heavy rain as these storms quickly move southeast. Head indoors and take shelter if you hear thunder!

The States of Iowa and Illinois have issued air quality alerts through tonight due to the wildfire smoke. Minimize outdoor activities, especially for those in sensitive groups!

After morning storms, a line of storms will impact much of eastern Iowa and northwest Illinois Monday afternoon into overnight. Damaging winds with localized significant gusts (>75 mph) are the primary threat and isolated tornadoes are possible. Timing of the greatest severe threat remains uncertain at this time. Make sure you are prepared for severe thunderstorms overnight!

Hot and humid conditions return today, with heat indices peaking between 90 and 105 degrees in the afternoon. A Heat Advisory is in effect this afternoon and evening for parts of west-central Illinois, northeast Missouri, and southeast to east-central Iowa. There is some uncertainty in heat indices north of Interstate 80 and in Illinois due to chances for morning thunderstorms. Remember to take breaks if you are outside!

The forecast for severe storms is highlighted for later today and tonight. Today is the day of the storm, when you need to talk to family members, know your storm shelter, and make sure your phone receives WEA alerts and take action if a warning is issued.

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Tropical System in the Gulf; Dangerous Heat and Air Quality Concerns; Severe Thunderstorms for Midwest to mid-Atlantic

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