Severe Storms and Heat Wave

Severe storms on Aug 9 caused 8,000+ power outages. Heat wave alert extended through at least Monday with 'First Alert Weather Day' Friday; heat index could reach 107. New Level 2 severe storm risk Monday (Aug 17) with damaging wind as main threat, timing mid-afternoon through evening. Additional storm risk Thursday (Aug 13) with potential for severe weather. Potentially dangerous conditions continue.