Active Week Ahead with Severe Storms, Flash Flooding
Forecasters say western states could see 114-degree heat and new fires, while repeated thunderstorms may bring up to 12 inches of rain in the East.
- On Tuesday, August 11, 2026, severe thunderstorms and heavy rainfall threaten the Central United States, with the National Weather Service forecasting a 90% chance of precipitation in some areas.
- Extreme heat and high humidity are fueling these potent storms, with an extreme heat warning remaining in effect for parts of Kansas and Missouri through Wednesday, August 12, where the heat index could reach 107 degrees.
- Monday's storms left 11,500 customers in Licking County and 2,500 in Franklin County without electricity, while forecasters warn that 1 to 2 inches of additional rain could trigger localized flash flooding.
- AccuWeather Meteorologist Kai Kerkow warned that dry conditions and gusty winds are creating a very high wildfire risk across the Northwest, potentially supporting continued wildfire growth and new fire ignition.
- By the weekend, forecasters expect weather conditions to improve significantly, with humidity levels dropping and temperatures sliding into the upper 70s, offering residents a welcome break from the volatile pattern.
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Flooding Concerns As Wet Weather Continues - ButlerRadio.com - Butler, PA
After strong storms yesterday and this morning, there will be less severe weather threats but more flooding threats could be on the way. “The real central theme over the next couple of days is flooding as the primary threat,” Tim Cermak, a meteorologist with National Weather Service said. “The severe weather is really a secondary threat.” It’s unclear when or where the rain will come down but its important to stay alert. “People need to be alert…
Severe storms, damaging winds likely in central Indiana Tuesday | Aug. 11, 2026
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Central Indiana is bracing for a severe weather threat Tuesday afternoon and evening, with damaging winds and flash flooding the primary concerns. A flood watch is in effect from noon to 10 p.m. for much of central Indiana as a storm complex approaches from the northwest. Additionally, a heat advisory has been […]
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