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Clear, muggy morning with highs near 92°F; a slight chance of afternoon storms could nudge July 4 plans. Be ready for short delays and bring water.
Hot and humid Friday with scattered storms possible. Showers and thunderstorms are likely on July 4.
Mid-to-upper 90s and heat-index near 100°F Friday in Dallas, with a slight chance of late-afternoon storms. City cooling centers are available; call ahead for hours.
Charlotte Water says a grease blockage sent roughly 1,180 gallons of wastewater into McAlpine Creek near Round Hill Road. Residents were urged to stop flushing wipes and to report spills to 311.
Heat Advisory in metro Atlanta through 8 p.m. Saturday; highs near 96–97°F and heat indices up to 105°F. Shift Fourth of July plans to morning or evening and stay hydrated.
Dangerous heat grips Columbus Friday, July 3 — highs near 98°F and heat index up to 107°F. Cooling centers are open and storms may disrupt weekend plans.
Extreme Heat Warning through Saturday; highs near 97°F and heat indices over 100. Cooling centers open and storms possible on July 4.
Heat and humidity build into the July 4 weekend: highs near 89°F, heat indices over 100°F, and daily afternoon storms that could bring heavy downpours. Plan for interruptions to outdoor events.
Extreme Heat Warning through 8 PM Friday with highs near 98°F and heat indices near 107°F. Cooling centers are open and storms may bring heavy downpours tonight.
Triple‑digit highs and heat‑index readings above 110°F are expected in D.C.; cooling centers are open and officials urge caution.
Hot, humid afternoons with scattered storms after 2 p.m.; heat indices may top 100°F and beaches face moderate rip currents.
Extreme Heat Warning through 8 p.m. Friday, July 3. Highs near 96°F with heat indexes up to 107°F and late‑day storms possible.
An Extreme Heat Warning and Air Quality Alert are in effect. Highs near 104°F and heat-index up to 115°F—seek cool spaces and limit outdoor exertion.
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