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Dangerous Heat in the Central U.S. and Northeast; Heavy Rainfall Across the Gulf Coast

A significant heat wave is underway for the Intermountain West, Northern Plains, and Upper Great Lakes, peaking in intensity through Tuesday. This heat is expected to be exceptionally rare and produce numerous high temperature records. Showers and thunderstorms with the potential to produce heavy rainfall and flash flooding is expected across the Gulf Coast. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Mon, Jul 13, 2026 at 2:44:35 pm PDT

A wildfire is bringing smoke and a potential for decreased air quality to portions of southwest Oregon and Northern California. Smoke is expected to spread south and eastward and southeastward today across parts of eastern Douglas, Jackson, Klamath, northern Lake and Siskiyou counties. Monitor air quality conditions at fire.airnow.gov and for those sensitive to smoke, avoid going outdoors.

 

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