Expected

The combination of low relative humidity, breezy winds up to 10 to 15 mph, and extremely dry fuels will lead to an increased fire danger today for portions of eastern North Carolina. Dry grasses, dead leaves, and other tree litter could easily ignite and spread fire quickly. People in this area are urged to properly dispose of cigarette butts, matches, and any other flammable items in appropriate containers. Exercise caution if operating any equipment that could create sparks, and keep

* WHAT...This level of heat affect most individuals sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. Impacts possible in some health system and in heat-sensitive industries. * WHERE...Coastal and urban areas of Puerto Rico, Culebra, Vieques, and the Virgin Islands. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 5 PM AST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Warm temperatures and high humidity would exacerbate cause heat illnesses during the period.

* WHAT...Visibility less than one mile in dense fog. * WHERE...In Oklahoma, Beaver and Texas Counties. In Texas, Gray, Hansford, Hemphill, Lipscomb, Ochiltree, and Roberts Counties. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CDT this morning. * IMPACTS...Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous. If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.

Dry, hot, and breezy conditions are expected today. The ongoing drought has led to abnormally dry dead surface fuels across the region. Min RH values of 25 to 35%, wind gusts to around 20 mph, and afternoon high temperatures in the low to mid 90s ahead of a cold front will lead to increased fire danger from mid morning through early evening today. Residents are urged to exercise caution handling any potential ignition source...including machinery... cigarettes...and matches.

* WHAT...Dangerous swimming conditions are expected along the Lake Superior shoreline due to high wave action and strong rip currents. * WHERE...Minnesota Park Point and Wisconsin Point Beaches. * WHEN...From 1 PM CDT this afternoon through this evening. * IMPACTS...Life-threatening waves and rip currents are expected. Stay out of the water and stay away from dangerous areas like piers and breakwalls. Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.

At 200 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9 miles northeast of Chalk, moving east at 30 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 40 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Crowell. If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

Areas of locally dense fog will affect areas near the Twin Ports as marine fog streams in off of Lake Superior. Visibilities of 1/4 to 1 mile have already been observed, which should persist through a few hours after sunrise this morning. If traveling, reduce your speed and use low-beam headlights when encountering foggy areas. A Dense Fog Advisory may be needed. Keep updated on the latest forecast for fog development trends.

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Walton, Bay, Gulf, and Franklin County Beaches. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph expected. * WHERE...In Arizona, Lake Mead - AZ side and Lake Mohave - AZ side. In Nevada, Lake Mead - NV side and Lake Mohave - NV side. * WHEN...From 10 AM PDT /10 AM MST/ to 6 PM PDT /6 PM MST/ Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft. Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

* WHAT...Strong south to north longshore current. There is also a Moderate Risk of rip currents expected. * WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties, and other hazardous areas. It may sweep swimmers off their feet, making it difficult to return to shore. Caution should be used when in or near the water. Check with