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Areas of Severe Thunderstorms and Excessive Rainfall; Heat Wave Builds in the Intermountain West and Plains

A slow moving front will bring rounds of strong to severe thunderstorms and heavy rainfall to the central Plains eastward to the east-central U.S.. The first widespread significant heat wave of summer for the Intermountain West and Plains is expected to develop today and expand through next week. Dangerous heat will continue to impact portions of the Southwest and Southeast. Read More >

 

 

Many have seen the rain today, but another system is quickly approaching that could bring some thunder to the area this afternoon & evening. The most at risk regions will be along the Cascades, especially the central Oregon Cascades. With the strongest storms you can expect to see heavy rain, gusty winds & even some hail! Remember: When thunder roars, head indoors. 

 

Here is what to expect. Areas most impacted: Along the Oregon and south Washington Cascades...especially the central Cascades. When to expect thunderstorms: Sunday afternoon & evening. Highest chances between 3-8pm. What to expect: Thunderstorms. Very heavy downpours, strong gusty winds, and hail possible with strongest storms.