Severe Weather in the Central U.S.; Critical Fire Weather in the Southern Plains

Severe thunderstorms are expected to form today from northern Oklahoma into southern Minnesota. Very large hail and tornadoes will be the initial threats this afternoon, then transition into a wind threat tonight. Gusty winds, warm temperatures, and very dry conditions will create a Critical Risk of fire weather across portions of the southern Plains today. Read More >

Air Quality Alert Today

Increased Fire Danger Today

Weather Highlights

Rain Returns Saturday

Smoke from wildfires in southern Georgia will continue to affect the region today and may also increase ozone concentrations.

Increased Fire Danger across northeast Georgia due to low relative humidity and very dry vegetation. Burn bans remain in effect across the Carolinas until further notice, thus outdoor burning is prohibited.

The pattern finally changes this weekend into early next week as a cold front brings rain chances back on Saturday as well as cooler temperatures this weekend into Monday.

Beneficial rainfall returns Saturday ahead of a cold front. However, rainfall amounts will be light and will have a very little impact on the ongoing drought.