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A fast-moving line of severe thunderstorms swept through the DC region late Thursday, delivering damaging winds over 60 mph, heavy lightning, and outages that left more than 150,000 customers without power, with reader videos capturing the storm’s dramatic impacts as experts prepare an explainer.
A record-setting heatwave is suspected in at least 25 deaths across the Deep South, Midwest and East Coast as temperatures top 100F and heat alerts cover roughly 156 million people; the heat disrupted Fourth of July events, prompted emergency aid for heat-related illnesses at venues like Washington, D.C.'s National Mall, and contributed to widespread power outages and storm threats. Forecasters expect a cooldown from the north in the coming days, but dangerous overnight warmth and humidity will persist.
Two rounds of potentially severe thunderstorms are forecast for Chicago on Monday—first from about 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and a second, possibly more severe from 4 to 10 p.m.—with large hail and damaging winds up to 70 mph and additional rain that could worsen flooding in a record-wet spring (about 10 inches through April 17). The storm track depends on a warm front, so the northward extent of severe weather remains uncertain; residents near the Rock, Fox, and Des Plaines rivers should monitor forecasts and prepare for possible flooding, while the Chicago River is not listed as flood-prone in this alert.
A multi-day storm is forecast to bring severe thunderstorms, heavy rain and significant mountain snow across California, with a Sierra Nevada winter storm watch Friday through Sunday; expect 1–2 feet of snow above 4,500 feet and 3–4 feet at the highest peaks, plus gusty winds that could slow travel from Sacramento to Yosemite.
A severe weather threat including tornadoes and flash flooding is ongoing in the Deep South, with active storms and potential for damaging winds, large hail, and additional heavy rain, affecting areas from Mississippi to South Carolina, while the Northeast experiences rain and snow.
A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect until 11 p.m. for parts of Southern Minnesota and Western Wisconsin, with threats of damaging winds and large hail, alongside a flash flood warning for areas in the Twin Cities due to heavy rainfall and ongoing flash flooding.
New York City is under flood and severe thunderstorm watches with heavy rain forecasted, prompting officials to advise residents to stay off roads, prepare for potential flooding, and stay vigilant, especially in low-lying areas, as up to 5 inches of rain could fall by Friday.
The Midwest faces a dual threat of flash flooding from heavy rains and thunderstorms, along with extreme heat warnings affecting over 50 million people, with conditions expected to worsen in the coming days.
Severe thunderstorms with potential hail, high winds up to 60 mph, and isolated tornadoes are expected across Michigan today, especially in the southern regions, with the main storm window from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., prompting residents to stay alert and monitor weather updates.
A severe weather system is threatening the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions of the US with heavy rainfall, flash floods, damaging winds, and isolated tornadoes, impacting major cities like Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Richmond, amid ongoing catastrophic flooding in Texas and New Mexico.
Chelsea's coach raised concerns about severe weather impacting the 2026 World Cup, citing recent match suspensions due to thunderstorms and highlighting that most stadiums lack roofs, which could lead to delays and controversies during the tournament.
A teenager was struck by lightning in New York City as severe thunderstorms, including a large tornado warning, affected the Northeast, causing power outages and flight cancellations across the region.
A line of severe thunderstorms is expected to impact southern Michigan between 4:30 p.m. and midnight, with the most intense weather occurring between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m., including potential wind gusts up to 70 mph, isolated tornadoes, and heavy rainfall.
A weather forecast for the D.C. area predicts strong storms and potential flooding tonight, with a risk of severe weather including damaging gusts and hail, followed by cooler, partly cloudy days and a warming trend into early next week with increasing summer heat. A flood watch is in effect from Friday evening to early Saturday morning due to expected heavy rainfall.
After record-breaking heat with temperatures reaching 104 degrees, isolated but intense storms are possible this evening in the area. The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch until 10 p.m., warning of potential damaging wind gusts. Tonight will remain muggy with temperatures dipping to the upper 70s and low 80s. Tomorrow, temperatures will be slightly lower but still hot, with widespread showers and storms expected in the afternoon.