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Jul 06 2026WEATHER

A Heatwave Alert Hits Southern California

The National Weather Service has warned that heat will surge across Los Angeles County and other inland Southern California areas this week. From Tuesday to Thursday, temperatures in places like the Santa Clarita Valley, the East and West San Fernando Valleys, parts of the San Gabriel Valley, and the northwest mountains are forecast to climb into the 90s up to 105 de...

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Jul 06 2026WEATHER

Flood Alert Hits Ten Ohio Counties Through Sunday Night

The National Weather Service has warned that heavy rain could cause flooding in ten counties across Northeast and north‑central Ohio. The alert, valid until 10 p. m. Sunday, covers Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Mahoning, Medina, Portage, Stark, Summit, Trumbull and Wayne. Rainfall forecasts show that the region may receive more water than usual, leading to runoff that c...

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Jul 06 2026WEATHER

Storm Alert: What to Watch for in Ohio Counties Today

Ohio's weather has taken another turn as authorities tracked a storm system capable of spinning up a tornado in Portage and Mahoning counties early this afternoon. The warning started at 1:20 p. m. after forecasters noticed a storm roughly 11 miles southeast of Ravena showing signs of rotation—always a red flag for potential twisters. While no tornado has touched dow...

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Jul 06 2026WEATHER

North Texas braces for wild weather swings before a big game

The Dallas-Fort Worth area is in for a rollercoaster of weather this week. Sunday starts with calmer conditions in the morning, but storms will roll in by afternoon. Temperatures will push into the upper 90s before thunderstorms arrive between 3 p. m. and 11 p. m. While the risk of severe weather is low, some storms could bring heavy rain, small hail, or strong winds...

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Jul 06 2026WEATHER

Heavy rain puts parts of Southwest PA on high alert

Southwest Pennsylvania is bracing for more trouble as heavy rain fills creeks and knocks out power in several counties. Weather alerts now cover most of northern and central Allegheny County until early evening, warning over a million residents about possible flooding. A separate alert stretches into Westmoreland and Indiana counties, with towns like Murrysville and ...

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Jul 06 2026WEATHER

Summer Heat and Sudden Storms: What to Expect This Week

Columbia and the Midlands brace for another round of oppressive heat and typical summer storms starting Monday. While dangerous temperatures lead the warnings, brief thunderstorms offer little relief. Most storms stay weak, but a few could pack surprising wind gusts. Though the risk for severe weather remains minimal, locals should stay alert for lightning and heavy ...

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Jul 05 2026WEATHER

Summer storms spoil holidays and reveal risks of outdoor fun

Wisconsin’s Lake Geneva turned deadly during a July storm when a family boat capsized, killing three children despite everyone wearing life jackets. The accident highlights how quickly holiday celebrations can turn fatal when extreme weather strikes. Meanwhile, violent storms across the Midwest and Northeast left nearly a million people without power and forced citie...

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Jul 05 2026WEATHER

Heat and storms put a damper on big DC celebrations

Washington DC hit triple digits Friday and Saturday as crowds gathered to mark the nation’s 250th birthday bash. But Mother Nature had other plans. A heat dome parked itself over the Mid-Atlantic, making outdoor events feel like a steam room. By Saturday afternoon, officials had already pushed back or scrapped several activities, leaving visitors wondering what would...

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Jul 04 2026WEATHER

Hot July 4 in the Hudson Valley: Events, Weather and a Big Wedding

The Fourth of July rolled into the Lower Hudson Valley and the New York City area, bringing heat, fireworks and a celebrity nuptial. Heat was the headline: temperatures could hit 97 to 102 degrees, with a heat index that might feel like 115. An extreme‑heat warning lasted until 9 p. m. , and cooling centers opened in Westchester, Rockland and Putnam. Even with ...

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Jul 04 2026WEATHER

Heat, Hail and the Fourth: A Day of Storms

A thunderstorm rolled through the New York area last night, ripping down trees and snapping power lines. The event left hundreds of thousands without electricity as the storm tore through the region, especially in Morris and Monmouth Counties. In Queens, a sudden surge on an underground cable caused Con Edison to cut power for nearly 10, 000 customers. The storm even...

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Jul 04 2026WEATHER

Hot days, sudden storms: what to expect in Massachusetts this weekend

Temperatures in Massachusetts are expected to stay very high until Saturday night. Most areas will see highs between 98°F and 102°F, but humidity will make it feel even hotter. While people are dealing with the heat, a different kind of weather alert has been issued for Friday evening. Severe thunderstorms could roll in, bringing strong winds and heavy rain that migh...

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Jul 04 2026WEATHER

Buffalo's Fourth of July weather: Sticky but not extreme

Buffalo’s holiday weekend started with a bang—literally. Thunderstorms rolled through Friday morning, with more possible later in the day. The Storm Prediction Center says there’s a small chance, about 15%, that some storms could turn severe with strong winds. Forecasts aren’t always on the same page for summer storms, especially when there’s no strong weather front ...

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Jul 03 2026WEATHER

Michigan Faces Flood Fallout as Disaster Aid Arrives

President Trump has approved a federal disaster declaration for Michigan after a series of storms, snowmelt and tornadoes. The state’s governor announced the move on July 2, citing damage that stretched across 43 counties. Federal Emergency Management Agency said it will send $33. 3 million in public assistance grants to local governments and an electric cooper...

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Jul 03 2026WEATHER

Hot July Heat Hits North Texas

North Texas woke up on Friday with a typical summer start: warm and muggy. Temperatures climbed into the mid‑90s, while what you feel could be in the low 100s. A tiny chance—about ten percent—for a few showers or storms will appear later in the day. Over the holiday weekend, the heat will keep rolling. On Saturday, highs are expected to reach the upper 90s and the f...

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Jul 03 2026WEATHER

Strong Ocean Warmth Set to Raise Global Heat

The UN’s weather group has updated its outlook, saying a powerful El Nino will appear soon and lift worldwide temperatures. El Nino happens when the middle and east Pacific Ocean warms up, usually for nine to twelve months. This warming can push global heat higher and trigger extreme weather events. Scientists at the WMO confirm that current models agree a strong El...

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Jul 03 2026WEATHER

Hot days in New England: how unusual is this?

A stretch of extreme heat is baking the Northeast this week, with temperatures staying high through the weekend. The worst should ease by Sunday, when highs finally drop into the mid-80s under clear skies. But how often does this part of the country get hit this hard? Eastern Massachusetts hasn’t seen a heat wave like this in decades. The last serious one was back i...

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Jul 03 2026WEATHER

Michigan’s holiday weekend: rain checks and sunshine

Over the Fourth of July weekend, Michigan can expect hit-or-miss weather—showery but not stormy for most, with a few heavy bursts. The pattern shows a shift: storms that have been parked over northern Lower Michigan head south Friday, then may drift back north by Sunday. If there’s one dry stretch through the holiday, it’s likely the Fourth itself. Rainfall will be ...

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Jul 03 2026WEATHER

Sticky days ahead: why this heat refuses to leave

The city is stuck in a fever-like routine this week. Afternoons feel like standing in front of an open oven, with the air itself pressing down like wet wool. The heat index—what the temperature feels like when humidity joins in—is pushing between 100 and 105 degrees during the brightest hours. As soon as the sun dips, the warmth doesn’t really leave. Even after dark...

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Jul 03 2026WEATHER

Baltimore stays on high heat alert—here’s what you need to know

Temperatures in Baltimore aren’t backing down. Officials just pushed the extreme heat emergency into the weekend, with forecasts still calling for brutal conditions well past the Fourth of July. While many cities are known for fireworks and cookouts this time of year, Baltimore’s biggest concern right now is keeping people safe in soaring heat expected to feel like 1...

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Jul 02 2026WEATHER

Heat Wave Alert: NYC Prepares for a Scorching July 4

The city braces for a blistering heat wave that will hit the July 4 weekend and World Cup celebrations. Forecasts say temperatures could reach 100 °F, with a heat index between 105 and 110 °F. The mayor warned that these conditions pose serious risks for everyone. New York City has a heat emergency plan. It was first used in May during an earlier spike, and is now a...

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