Life-Threatening Flash Flooding in South Central Texas; Heat Continues from the Northern Plains to the Mid-Atlantic

Life-threatening and locally catastrophic flash and urban flooding is expected across portions of south-central Texas through early Friday, with significant river flooding and rapid rises on small streams, arroyos, and typically dry washes expected. A significant heat wave continues for the Rockies, Northern Plains, and Great Lakes into the Mid-Atlantic, peaking in intensity through midweek. Read More >

Dangerous Heat This Afternoon/Evening

Heat Index Forecast through Sunday

Heat Safety Tips!

Air Quality Alert Through Thursday

Dangerous heat is likely today especially across portions of northeast Iowa and far northwest Illinois. Peak heat indices in this area are forecast to range from 100 to 105 and a heat advisory is in effect until 8 PM this evening.

Hot and humid conditions are forecast to continue into the weekend. Peak heat indices between 95 and 100 are likely each day. The duration of this heat may pose a risk to vulnerable individuals without adequate cooling. Remember to practice heat safety if outside this week!

Hot and humid conditions are forecast into the weekend. Here are some safety tips.

An Air Quality Alert is now in effect for portions of northwest Illinois through Thursday night due to unhealthy ozone levels and wildfire smoke. Consider limiting prolonged outdoor activity. Visit https://gispub.epa.gov/airnow/ or use the https://www.airnow.gov/airnow-mobile-app/ for latest information.

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Life-Threatening Flash Flooding in South Central Texas; Heat Continues from the Northern Plains to the Mid-Atlantic

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