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Severe Storms and Heavy Rain the Mississippi Valley and Midwest; Widespread Heat in the Central US

Severe thunderstorms and showers have the potential for large hail, a few strong tornadoes, damaging winds with gusts over 75 mph, and localized flash flooding across parts of the Mid/Upper Mississippi Valley and Midwest. A widespread heat wave will continue across the Central U.S. and Midwest today. Fire weather concerns persist in the Southwest into the central Rockies and northern California. Read More >

 

Drought Information Statement for NWS North Platte

Drought Information Statement LBF 05212026 PDF

 

Drought Information Statements for NWS North Platte (Accessible Text-Only Version)

Drought Information Statement LBF 05212026 TXT

 

 

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