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Heat and Severe Thunderstorms in the Eastern U.S.

A widespread heat wave will peak over the South and East today, with several dozen temperature records expected along the East Coast. Heat should begin to ease this weekend in the Northeast, while hazardous heat continues over the South. Severe thunderstorms capable of damaging winds are possible across parts of the Appalachians, Mid Atlantic, and Northeast this afternoon and evening. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Fri, Jun 12, 2026 at 11:22:27 am CDT

Multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms may lead to flooding concerns across the area through the weekend. Rainfall amounts of 1-2 inches, with locally higher amounts are possible.
There is a marginal risk of severe storms on Friday from late evening through the overnight. Large hail and damaging winds will be possible.
There is a slight risk of severe storms on Saturday from late afternoon through the evening. Large hail and damaging winds will be possible.
Severe thunderstorms will be possible near and south of the Red River on Sunday. Large hail and damaging winds will be the main hazards.
Hot and humid conditions are expected again Saturday, with triple-digit heat indices in the afternoon. Scattered shower and storm chances continue each day.

Local Weather History For June 12th...
On this date in 1942, the second deadliest tornado to strike the
Oklahoma City area occurred on the southwest side of town, killing 35
people. The Oklahoma City area has been struck by tornadoes more than
160 times since 1890.

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