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Dangerous Heat Wave Continues; Areas of Severe Thunderstorms Today

Dangerous, record-breaking heat will continue across most of the central and eastern U.S through Friday then focusing on the eastern U.S. through the Independence Day weekend. Peak heat indices of up to 115 degrees are possible. Strong to severe thunderstorms will be possible from the northern Plains into the Midwest and Great Lakes regions, as well as across the southern Appalachians today. Read More >

Scattered storms will develop once again this afternoon and evening. Friday will be dry, but another chance of storms for the Fourth. Temperatures in the 90s each day.
Damaging wind gusts and blowing dust will be the main hazards with the storms this afternoon and evening. A few instances of large hail will also be possible, mainly in the afternoon.