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Heavy Rain in the Appalachians and Central Gulf Coast; Heat Continues in the West; Monitoring the Tropics

Heavy to excessive rainfall over the southern Appalachians and portions of the central Gulf Coast may bring areas of flooding today. Hot temperatures are in place through today across much of the western U.S. and New England. Tropical Storm Erin is forecast to become a Major Hurricane this weekend as it moves across the central Atlantic Ocean. Monitor future forecasts for any East Coast impacts. Read More >

Heat and humidity will return for the end of the week and continue through the weekend. Highs in the low 90s with heat index values in the mid to upper 90s will be possible Friday and Saturday. Make sure to stay hydrated and look for shade if you are out and about during the hottest parts of the day. More heat safety information as well as other summer safety information can be found on the Weather Ready Nation Summer Safety website.