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CBS News
2 days ago
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- CBS News
Looking to beat the heat in the Twin Cities? Here's a list of cooling centers around the metro
An excessive heat warning is in place across the Twin Cities metro Sunday as feels-like temperatures surpass 100 degrees. WCCO has issued a NEXT Weather Alert for Sunday due to the dangerous heat, as well as the risk for severe storms. For those looking for a place to stay cool, there are options. The following places have cooling centers open across the Twin Cities for free during business hours: For a complete list of cooling centers open in Hennepin County, click here. Minneapolis also has several free pools, beaches and splash pads to help people beat the heat. To see a map of all the cooling centers and beaches in Ramsey County, click here. To stay cool, experts encourage people to limit time in direct sunlight and drink plenty of water. If you're going to be outside in the heat, doctors encourage wearing loose, light clothing and seeking shade when you can. It's recommended that anyone working or exercising in the elements drink at least one cup of water for every 20 minutes. Older adults, young kids and anyone with underlying conditions are at greater risk from extreme heat. In Minnesota, the number of heat-related hospitalizations spikes at a feels-like temperature of only 86 degrees. Cramps, rapid pulse and dizziness are early signs to watch out for when it comes to heat-related illness. Adam Del Rosso and Aki Nace contributed to this report.
CBS News
3 days ago
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- CBS News
Flood watch in effect for Chicago area through evening
A flood watch is in effect as a threat of severe storms is expected by the afternoon for the Chicago area. Torrential downpours could bring rain rates of one to two inches per hour. Some cells may follow one another, increasing a localized flash flood threat. Grounds are already saturated from Friday's storm, and the storms expected on Saturday will be moisture-loaded downpours, so flooding is a hazard. Damaging winds of up to 60 mph are possible with the strongest storms. Thunderstorms will last through the evening, and then on Sunday, hot temperatures will return, with the heat index between 100 and 105 degrees.
Yahoo
4 days ago
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- Yahoo
Holloman AFB and Fort Bliss participate in flood relief efforts with the Mescalero Apache Tribe
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Soldiers and airmen are lending a hand to the relief efforts in Lincoln County. More than 90 personnel from Holloman Air Force Base and Fort Bliss visited the Mescalero Apache Tribe this week, removing debris, filling sandbags, and sorting clothes. 'Major Disaster Declaration' approved for New Mexico amid severe storms, floods Holloman AFB officials said the Mescalero Tribal Fish Hatchery was one of the hardest hit areas, as it lost 80% of its fish because of contaminated water. 'At the fish hatchery, we were able to clear debris from three different waterways, and then also use sandbags to refortify the area just to divert the floods from any of their important segments of it,' said Capt. Andrew Norton, Instructor Pilot, 29th Attack Squadron. The volunteers also filled more than 500 sandbags and delivered more than 1,000 throughout the area. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBS News
5 days ago
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- CBS News
Dangerous heat, severe storm risk across Maryland into weekend
A stretch of extreme summer heat and humidity will grip the Baltimore region through the middle of next week, prompting multiple First Alert Weather Days Friday through the weekend and into early next week. A combination of extreme heat and scattered strong storms will create disruptive and at times dangerous weather conditions, particularly during the afternoon and evening hours each day. Friday kicks off the string of Alert Days, with heat index values expected to exceed 105 degrees in many areas central Maryland. Actual air temperatures will climb into the upper 90s to near 100°, but stifling humidity will make it feel significantly hotter-especially in urban corridors like downtown Baltimore, Columbia, and Essex. The excessive heat will strain infrastructure, increase the risk of heat-related illness, and pose challenges for outdoor workers and vulnerable populations. Isolated strong to severe thunderstorms will develop during the peak heat of the afternoon across western Maryland and then slowly make their journey toward our area. While storms should not be widespread, they will pack a punch for places impacted by them. Some of the strongest storms may produce damaging winds, torrential downpours, and intense cloud to ground lightning. The timeline for storms appears to be 4 p.m. until 10 p.m. Saturday's high temperatures won't be as extreme today, but given even higher humidity levels, not much 'relief' will be felt. Heat index values will approach 100 degrees by midday, with another round of scattered afternoon and evening storms. While not everyone will see rainfall, those who do may experience locally heavy rain and gusty winds. Given the repeated storm threat and lingering heat, Alert Days remain in effect for both Saturday and Sunday. By Sunday, storm coverage will likely increase slightly, especially by late afternoon and evening. Highs will hover near 90 degrees, though high humidity will once again push heat index values into the upper 90s. The scattered nature of the storms means some neighborhoods could remain dry, while others deal with intense downbursts or brief flooding. Monday will feature a brief lull in storm activity, but the heat will keep cranking. By Tuesday, temperatures are expected to spike again, reaching the mid to upper 90s, with humidity pushing the heat index back into the 100-105 degree range. An additional First Alert Weather Day may be necessary for Tuesday due to the extreme conditions. By Wednesday, a stronger cold front will approach the region, bringing yet another chance for strong to severe thunderstorms-potentially more widespread than earlier in the week. The front will also usher in a refreshing air mass. Thursday will feel dramatically different. High temperatures will tumble into the low 80s, and much of the region will enjoy overnight lows in the 60s, particularly in the suburbs. A reinforcing shot of cooler and drier air will approach us from the northwest Thursday afternoon, which may spark another brief, but gusty shower or thunderstorm.
CBS News
6 days ago
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- CBS News
Severe storms possible in Southeast Michigan Thursday afternoon and evening
Thursday is a NEXT Weather Alert Day due to the extreme heat throughout Southeast Michigan. While temperatures are one part of the equation, high dew points are another. The dew points will reach into the 70s, making it feel "swampy" outside and allowing added energy to fuel storms. Storms are forecasted to reach Southeast Michigan between 3 p.m. and 10 p.m. Thursday. Some of these storms could be strong to severe. Our greatest threat with these storms will be heavy rainfall in a short period of time followed by strong winds up to 60 mph. Secondary threats will include hail and isolated tornado chances. Showers and storms, along with heat and humidity, will continue into Friday and the weekend, but the risk of severe weather will be diminished. Stay tuned to your CBS News Detroit NEXT Weather Team for the latest information on air, online, or streaming on the CBS News Detroit app and Pluto TV.
