Excessive Rainfall Potential for the Southeast; Heat Expands for Center of the Nation; Critical Fire Weather for Pacific Northwest

Flash flooding threatens areas from the Tennessee Valley to the Carolinas as storms repeat along a stalled front. Monsoonal storms may trigger flooding in the Southwest. Dangerous heat expands across the Desert Southwest, Plains, mid-Mississippi Valley and Southern Tier. Critical fire weather for interior Pacific Northwest. Cooler, drier air brings brief relief to the Great Lakes and Northeast. Read More >

Weather Story

🌡️ Heat Advisory in Effect Saturday through Monday (July 25–27) 🌡️ A Heat Advisory is in effect for all of western and north central Nebraska from Noon CDT Saturday through 10 PM CDT Monday. 🥵 What to expect: • Afternoon temperatures of 95 to 100°F • Heat index values of 100 to 105°F • Major HeatRisk across the area, especially for those without effective cooling or who spend extended time outdoors. Take precautions: 💧 Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water. 🕐 Limit strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day. ❄️ If you have air conditioning, use it. Fans alone may not be enough during extreme heat. 👕 Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing. Check on family, friends, neighbors, and pets. Never leave children or pets in parked vehicles, even for a short time. Stay weather aware and monitor the latest forecast at weather.gov/lbf.