Moderate

The first summer heat wave is here with many lowland locations<br /> expected to see 100 degrees for the first time this season either<br /> today or Monday. Highs will increase further by mid-week, topping<br /> out around 105, and heat advisories may be needed. After Thursday,<br /> there is uncertainty on whether the heat wave will continue and<br /> intensify or if some relief will arrive. People tend to be most vulnerable to heat early in the season. Be<br /> sure to drink plenty of water. Shift outdoor work and activities<br />

At 955 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a slow-moving thunderstorm<br /> near Bettendorf, moving north at 15 mph. HAZARD...Minor flooding. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Slowing or redirecting of traffic due to ponding or flowing<br /> water. Closure of waterfront access due to flooding. Locations impacted include...<br /> Davenport, Bettendorf, Eldridge, Riverdale, Panorama Park, Davenport<br /> Municipal Airport, and Park View. This includes the following highways...<br /> Interstate 74 in Iowa between mile markers 1 and 3.<br />

Dry conditions and breezy winds will lead to elevated fire<br /> weather conditions today. South to southeast winds of 5 to 15 mph<br /> with gusts of 20 to 25 mph are forecast for this afternoon into<br /> early evening. Minimum relative humidity values of 30 to 40<br /> percent are also expected. Together, these conditions could lead<br /> to the rapid spread of fires. Check burning restrictions and fire<br /> danger before burning. For more information on burning restrictions for Minnesota, see<br />

At 930 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a slow-moving thunderstorm<br /> near Hooppole, or 18 miles northeast of Cambridge, moving north at 20<br /> mph. HAZARD...Minor flooding. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Slowing or redirecting of traffic due to ponding or flowing<br /> water. Closure of waterfront access due to flooding. Locations impacted include...<br /> Geneseo, Prophetstown, Erie, Atkinson, Annawan, Tampico, Hooppole,<br /> Deer Grove, Yorktown, Thomas, Portland Corners, Prophetstown State<br />

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...In Alabama, Mobile Coastal and Baldwin Coastal<br /> Counties. In Florida, Escambia Coastal, Santa Rosa Coastal and<br /> Okaloosa Coastal Counties. * WHEN...Until 9 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away<br /> from shore into deeper water.<br /> Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and<br /> float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a<br /> direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the<br />

* WHAT...This level of heat affect most individuals sensitive to<br /> heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate<br /> hydration. Impacts possible in some health system and in<br /> heat-sensitive industries. * WHERE...Portions of Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands. * WHEN...Until 5 PM AST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat<br /> illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Cloudiness associated with the weak tropical<br /> wave will continue to diminish, leaving enough moisture to enhance<br />

Abnormally dry fuel conditions further exacerbated by high<br /> temperatures reaching well into the 90s inland, low relative<br /> humidity (lowest away from the immediate coast), and strengthening<br /> southwest winds gusting to 15-20mph in the afternoon will lead to<br /> increased fire danger. Fire fuels could easily ignite and spread rapidly in these<br /> conditions. Residents and visitors to the area are urged to<br /> properly dispose of cigarette butts, matches, and any other<br />

At 640 AM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7<br /> miles northwest of Roy, or 27 miles northeast of Lewistown, moving<br /> northeast at 45 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around<br /> unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is<br /> possible. Locations impacted include...<br /> Roy and Fergus.<br /> If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt<br /> with gusts up to 35 kt and steep seas 6 to 8 ft expected. For<br /> the Hazardous Seas Watch, south winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up<br /> to 40 mph and very steep and hazardous seas 8 to 11 ft<br /> possible. * WHERE...All areas. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 5 AM to 2 PM PDT<br /> Monday. For the Hazardous Seas Watch, from Monday afternoon<br /> through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...Very steep and hazardous seas could capsize or<br />

At 625 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along<br /> a line extending from 8 miles north of Lake Diversion to 11 miles<br /> southwest of Windthorst. Movement was east at 30 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 40 mph and half inch hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around<br /> unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is<br /> possible. Locations impacted include...<br /> Southwestern Wichita Falls, Archer City, Iowa Park, Holliday,<br />