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Extreme Heat and Severe Thunderstorms Today

Extreme heat continues today from the central Plains to the lower Mississippi River Valley, over southeast Montana, and from southern California into the Southwest Deserts. Extreme Heat Warnings remain in effect. Severe thunderstorms capable of strong to severe wind gusts and large hail are possible across the Great Lakes into the Ohio Valley today into tonight. Read More >

An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect today for expected heat index values of 105 to 115 degrees.
Hour Heat Index Forecast
There is a Marginal Risk for severe weather today, mainly late this evening and overnight. Damaging wind gusts up to 60 MPH are the primary threat.