Severe Weather and Heavy Rain from the Ohio Valley to the Mid-Atlantic; Heat Persists in the South-Central U.S.

Widespread strong thunderstorms with damaging winds and locally heavy rain are expected across portions of the Ohio Valley into southern Mid-Atlantic and Carolinas. Rounds of strong thunderstorms are expected to develop across the northern and central Plains. Sweltering heat remains most persistent across the South-Central Plains and Lower/Middle Mississippi Valley through next week. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Sat, Sep 5, 2026 at 3:00:11 pm CDT

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Heat Advisory In Effect Saturday

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Heat Will Persist Through Next Week

A Heat Advisory is in effect for Fannin, Hunt, Delta, Hopkins, and Lamar Counties through 7 pm Saturday. Heat index values up to 106 degrees are expected, with actual temperatures between 99 to 102 degrees. Drink plenty of water, and limit time spent outdoors during the hottest time of the day.

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Severe Weather and Heavy Rain from the Ohio Valley to the Mid-Atlantic; Heat Persists in the South-Central U.S.

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