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Dangerous Heat in the Southwest; Severe Thunderstorms from the Central Plains into the Ohio Valley

Dangerous heat will build across the Southwest U.S. through the end of the week with daytime highs of 110-115°F. Isolated to widely scattered severe storms are expected across parts of the central and southern High Plains, Great Lakes into the Ohio Valley, and parts of the Ozarks to Lower Mississippi Valley today. Read More >

 

Drought Information Statements for NWS Chicago

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

Latest Drought Information Statement

2026/04/13

2026/03/25

2026/02/19

 

 

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