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Dangerous Heat in the Central and Eastern U.S.; Severe Thunderstorms in the Great Lakes

Thunderstorms with strong wind gusts and hail will be possible today from Michigan into the Lower Great Lakes region. A significant and dangerous heat wave will expand from the Central U.S. into the Eastern U.S this weekend through much of next week. Numerous daily record highs and warm lows are likely. Read More >

Overview

An active period of weather continued on July 9th, with another round of strong to severe thunderstorms across northeastern Wyoming and western South Dakota. The hardest hit areas included Campbell County, WY south of Gillette, far southern Fall River County, and portions of Tripp County near Winner. At least 70 mph winds were reported in each area, while widespread downed trees and power poles were observed in Tripp County.
 
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