Record Heat and Severe Storms Hit DC Area

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The D.C. area is experiencing a historic heat wave with temperatures reaching mid-90s to near 100 degrees, but a cold front is expected to bring relief along with strong to severe storms this afternoon and evening. Cooler temperatures and lower humidity are forecast for Thursday, with highs in the mid-80s to near 90. The weekend forecast remains uncertain, with a chance of showers and storms if the front moves back north.
- D.C.-area forecast: Historic heat wave culminates with storms later today The Washington Post
- Sizzling day, stormy evening in store again for DC area Wednesday with feels-like temps topping 100 WTOP
- Maryland Weather: Alert Days continue for sweltering heat & strong storms CBS News
- Flash drought, record-breaking severe heat grips DC region FOX 5 DC
- Record heat around the DMV gives way to severe thunderstorm risk WJLA
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