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Mostly cloudy Friday, April 24, 2026, with a high near 61°F. Rain likely Saturday with pockets up to an inch in spots.
Mostly cloudy and about 61°F this morning; highs near 83°F Friday with storms likely Friday night into Saturday.
Fog this morning gives way to a warm afternoon and a chance of evening storms. Plan for gusty winds and brief heavy rain during the commute.
Mid-80s this afternoon in Columbus, with a slight chance of late-day storms and a likely round of showers and thunderstorms tonight.
Rain moves in Friday night and becomes widespread Saturday. Expect gusty winds and about 1–1.5 inches of rain across the Philly region.
Clear, humid Friday in Orlando with a slight chance of evening storms and highs near 84°F.
Mild morning turns unsettled: isolated to scattered storms are possible Friday afternoon in Baltimore. Cooler, rainier weather arrives Saturday into Sunday.
Warm Friday tops out near 74°F; storms are likely late with heavy rain and gusty winds possible.
Sunny, warm Thursday with highs near 85°F. Showers and storms are likely Friday, and a medium severe-weather risk is possible Monday.
WSU and USDA plant pathologists warn stripe rust is developing fast in Pacific Northwest wheat; timely scouting and fungicide timing could limit losses.
San Diego County posted a beach advisory for the Ocean Beach Pier at Newport Avenue. Officials advise avoiding water contact while tests and monitoring continue.
The American Lung Association's State of the Air gave Chicago‑Naperville an F for ozone and warns more than 2.2 million Illinois children live with unhealthy air as city leaders weigh stricter rules.
CAL FIRE/San Diego County Fire says burn permits will be suspended by proclamation next Friday, May 1. Permit-holders should confirm burn days and contact their issuing agency.
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