Early Season Heat Wave in Texas; Thunderstorm and Heavy Rainfall in the Mid-Atlantic and Northern/Central Plains

An early season heat wave will bring record-breaking temperatures to parts of Texas through this weekend into next week. Thunderstorms and flooding in the Mid-Atlantic region will continue overnight into Wednesday. Severe thunderstorms and heavy rainfall are possible over parts of the Dakotas and Nebraska Wednesday. Elevated to critical fire conditions continue in the Southern Plains. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Tue, May 13, 2025 at 11:36:29 pm CDT

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A Heat Advisory is now in effect from 12 pm through 9 pm Wednesday for Bell, coryell, Falls, Lampasas, McLennan, and Robertson counties in Central Texas. High temperatures will be between 102 and 107 degrees with heat index values up to 110 degrees.

Unseasonably hot weather will continue on Thursday. Some locations may break their daily records by as much as 5 to 7 degrees. Triple digit temperatures will be common for areas along and west of I-35 and along and south of I-20. Remember to stay hydrated and take frequent breaks in the shade or A/C! Wear light-colored clothing, and know the signs of heat-related illness.

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Early Season Heat Wave in Texas; Thunderstorm and Heavy Rainfall in the Mid-Atlantic and Northern/Central Plains

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