Showers and Storms in the East; Dangerously Hot and Dry in the West

A front will bring scattered showers and storms to portions of the Central and Eastern US. Severe storms are expected in parts of the Great Plains and Ozarks today. Meanwhile, dangerous heat will intensify across the Desert Southwest and Intermountain West. Elevated wildfire conditions will develop across portions of the Northern/Central Plains and air quality issues will persist in the Northwest. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Thu, Aug 6, 2026 at 1:30:13 pm MDT

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National Weather Service Great Falls, MT

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Red Flag Warning Thursday

Lake Wind Advisory Thursday

Hot, dry, and breezy weather peaks today, bringing back critical fire weather concerns. A Red Flag Warning has been issued for parts of northeast Montana for this afternoon and evening. Any fires that start will likely spread rapidly.