Heat and Storm Chances Continue Today

The heat and humidity continues today across the state.

The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory in effect from noon to 7 pm tonight. Highs today will reach into the 80s, with afternoon heat index values between 95 to 105 degrees. 

There is also another chance of storms. Eastern Iowa is under a Level 1 out of 5 Marginal Risk for severe weather, with heavy rain and damaging wind the primary threats. 

Several rounds of slow moving storms this afternoon and evening will bring an elevated risk for flash flooding. 

Cooler weather is expected later this week, with highs only in the low to mid-70s this weekend.

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