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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

Nearly stationary thunderstorms developed over and near Custer, SD during the afternoon of August 2nd, 2019. Radar estimates indicated that 6-7" of rain fell to the west of Custer, with measured observations as high as 5.35". Rainwater moved downstream along French Creek, causing severe flooding in the town of Custer through the evening. Road closures and some evacuations were reported by the Custer County Sheriff's Office before water began to recede during the night of the 2nd into the morning of the 3rd.

 

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