Tracking Major Hurricane Erin; Hot in the Mid-Mississippi Valley

Major Hurricane Erin is tracking just north of the lower Bahamas today. Dangerous surf and rip current threats increase this week for most of the Atlantic coastline. Erin's outerbands may impact the Outer Banks later this week. Hot to extremely hot temperatures are forecast today and Tuesday from a part of the southern Plains into the central to lower Mississippi River Valley. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Mon, Aug 18, 2025 at 2:52:59 pm CDT

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Heat Advisory Monday

Dangerous Heat Persists

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The heat wave continues today, with yet another Heat Advisory in effect for most of the area. Afternoon heat indices up to 107 degrees are forecast. Take the proper precautions to avoid heat-related illness if you are spending extended time outdoors to start the work week.

Dangerous heat continues through early this week for much of eastern Oklahoma and west-central Arkansas. Relief from the heat arrives by the middle of the week. Please take appropriate actions to protect yourself and others from the heat.

Isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms are forecast this afternoon for portions of eastern Oklahoma and northwest Arkansas. The highest chance of precipitation is forecast between 1 and 7 PM. Storms may produce locally heavy rainfall, gusty winds, and cloud-to-ground lightning.

Scattered thunderstorms will be possible from Tuesday morning through the evening hours. Some of the stronger storms, especially during the afternoon hours, could be strong to severe with a damaging wind threat being the main concern.

Know the signs of heat illness and precautions to take when spending time outdoors this weekend.

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Tracking Major Hurricane Erin; Hot in the Mid-Mississippi Valley

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