Critical Fire Weather Conditions and Severe Thunderstorms Today

Scattered severe thunderstorms are possible across portions of the northern High Plains this afternoon and evening. Severe wind gusts are the primary hazard. Gusty winds and low relative humidity will contribute to critical fire weather conditions across parts of the northern Great Plains and Great Basin today and the southern High Plains on Thursday. Read More >

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Severe to Extreme Drought Continues

Virtual SKYWARN Class June 8

An approaching cold front will bring a couple rounds of showers between midday and this evening, with the second more likely to have embedded thunderstorms. Some of these storms could produce gusty winds, especially west of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Low pressure will redevelop over New England Thursday, resulting in plenty of clouds, cooler temperatures, and gusty winds. Some showers are also possible over the mountains. High pressure will build toward the area Friday, starting a warming trend.

Critical Fire Weather Conditions and Severe Thunderstorms Today

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