Heat Across the Center of the Nation; Severe Thunderstorms Across the Great Lakes and Ohio Valley

Heat expands across the Desert Southwest, Plains, Mississippi Valley and Midwest into Monday. Fire weather concerns continue for portions of the Intermountain West. Active monsoonal moisture fuels thunderstorms over the Southwest with possible flash flooding. Tropical cyclone Fausto in the Pacific, should weaken as it approaches Hawaii; Dangerous surf, swells and rip currents are expected. Read More >

Severe weather possible Tue and Tue night

Strong to severe storms could develop over the area Tuesday afternoon and evening, July 28, 2026, which could lead to swaths of wind damage or hail of quarter to golf ball size. This is not a "slam dunk" and the forecast still could change. Stay weather aware early this week and ensure you have multiple ways to receive warnings.