Rapid Alerts

At 148 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 3 and 4 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.5 inches will be possible. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas.

Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... New Rome, Big Flats, Colburn, Lake Sherwood, Lake Camelot, Lake Arrowhead, The Leola Marsh Wildlife Area, County Roads O And W, County Roads D And W, County Roads G And O, County Roads D And G, County Roads C And G and Monroe Center.

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values of 105 to 110 expected.

* WHERE...Litchfield county in Connecticut, southern Berkshire county in Massachusetts, Bennington and eastern Windham counties in Vermont, and in eastern New York the following counties: southern Herkimer, southern Fulton, Montgomery, Schoharie, Albany, Schenectady, Saratoga, southeast Warren, Washington, Rensselaer, Columbia, eastern Greene, Dutchess, and Ulster.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There will be little to no relief at night, with low temperatures in the 70s along with humid conditions persisting across much of the area tonight and Thursday night.

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 106 expected.

* WHERE...In New York, Eastern Clinton and Eastern Essex Counties. In Vermont, Western Addison, Grand Isle, Western Chittenden, Western Franklin, Eastern Windsor, and Western Rutland Counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The highest heat index values will occur between 1 PM and 5 PM daily through Friday.

* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 107 expected. For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values 110 or greater expected.

* WHERE...Chesapeake, Suffolk, and Virginia Beach, and Hampton/Poquoson, Isle of Wight, Newport News, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Southampton Counties.

* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT this evening. For the Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM to 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

The National Weather Service in Dodge City has issued a

* Flash Flood Warning for... Southern Scott County in west central Kansas...

* Until 445 AM CDT.

* At 133 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

SOURCE...Radar.

IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas.

* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Scott City and Shallow Water.

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with peak heat index values between 105 to 110.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central, south central, southeast, southwest, and west central Indiana.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

* WHAT...For the first Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 111 expected. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112 expected.

* WHERE...Buckingham County.

* WHEN...For the first Extreme Heat Warning, from 11 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT this evening. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, from 11 AM to 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

* WHAT...For the first Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 111 expected. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112 expected.

* WHERE...Buckingham County.

* WHEN...For the first Extreme Heat Warning, from 11 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT this evening. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, from 11 AM to 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 111 expected.

* WHERE...Buckingham County.

* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 106.

* WHERE...Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, and central, northern, southern, and western West Virginia.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...An extended period of hot and humid conditions continues, peaking today and Friday.

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110 expected, with limited relief overnight.

* WHERE...Portions of east central Ohio, northwest, southwest, and western Pennsylvania, and northern and the northern panhandle of West Virginia.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

* WHAT...Very warm conditions continue through this morning with heat index values remaining over 75 degrees. Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 100 degrees then develop this afternoon and continue through this evening.

* WHERE...Portions of east central, south central, and southeast Wisconsin.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM CDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values of 105 to 109 each afternoon. Very warm and muggy temperatures overnight will not provide much relief.

* WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Livingston, and Ontario Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.

At 1242 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2.5 and 3.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.5 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas.

Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Plainfield, Hartman Creek State Park, Chain O' Lakes-King, Nekoosa, Wild Rose, Almond, Blaine, Bancroft, Heffron, Emmons Creek Barrens and Rural.

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 108 expected.

* WHERE...Portions of north central, northeast, and northwest Ohio.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. A prolonged period of dangerously hot and humid conditions with little overnight relief is expected through the week, which will increase impacts to vulnerable populations.

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 111. Little to no relief will come overnight as lows will remain very warm in the upper 70s to 80 degrees.

* WHERE...A portion of Middle Tennessee.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.

* WHERE...A portion of the Panhandle of Texas, including the following county, Donley.

* WHEN...Until 130 AM CDT.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1158 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the warned area. Between 2 and 4 inches of rain have fallen. - Flooding impacts will continue, but no additional rainfall is expected. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Clarendon, Howardwick, Hedley, Lelia Lake and Greenbelt Lake. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

The National Weather Service in Little Rock has issued a

* Flash Flood Warning for... Northeastern Garland County in central Arkansas... West Central Saline County in central Arkansas...

* Until 115 AM CDT.

* At 1139 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

SOURCE...Radar.

IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas.

* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Hot Springs... Hot Springs Village... Lonsdale... Owensville...

The National Weather Service in La Crosse has issued a

* Flash Flood Warning for... Northern Adams County in central Wisconsin...

* Until 230 AM CDT.

* At 1130 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 3 and 4 inches of rain have fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas.

* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... New Rome, Big Flats, Colburn, Lake Sherwood, Lake Camelot, Lake Arrowhead, The Leola Marsh Wildlife Area, County Roads O And W, County Roads D And W, County Roads G And O, County Roads D And G, County Roads C And G and Monroe Center.

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110.

* WHERE...Portions of southwest and western Maine and central, northern, and southern New Hampshire.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Overnight low temperatures will only fall into the 70s, resulting in accumulated heat stress.

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 107 expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Waldo, Interior Waldo, Kennebec, Knox, Lincoln, Sagadahoc, and Coastal Cumberland Counties.

* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

At 1116 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 7 miles southeast of Adams, or 8 miles southeast of Friendship, moving east at 35 mph.

HAZARD...Tornado.

SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.

IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely.

Locations impacted include... Grand Marsh, Highway 13 And County E, Brooks, County Roads A And B, and County Roads E And G.

At 1120 PM CDT, local law enforcement reported thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing flash flooding.

SOURCE...Law enforcement reported.

IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses.

Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Appleton, Menasha, Kaukauna, Little Chute, Kimberly, Darboy, Northern Lake Winnebago, Neenah, Greenville, Combined Locks, Wrightstown, Holland and Uw Fox Valley.

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with maximum heat index values from 100 to 110 this afternoon, and from 95 to 105 Friday afternoon. Temperatures will stay very warm at nighttime limiting the ability for cooling of non air-conditioned places.

* WHERE...Portions of central New York and northeast Pennsylvania.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

The National Weather Service in Green Bay has issued a

* Flash Flood Warning for... Southern Portage County in central Wisconsin... Northwestern Waushara County in central Wisconsin... Southeastern Wood County in central Wisconsin... Southwestern Waupaca County in northeastern Wisconsin...

* Until 230 AM CDT.

* At 1126 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas.

* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Plainfield, Hartman Creek State Park, Chain O' Lakes-King, Nekoosa, Wild Rose, Almond, Blaine, Bancroft, Heffron, Emmons Creek Barrens and Rural.

At 1108 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 7 miles south of Adams, or 8 miles south of Friendship, moving east at 35 mph.

HAZARD...Tornado.

SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.

IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely.

This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of central Adams County, including the following locations... Highway 13 And County E, Brooks, The Town Of Quincy, County Roads E And G, The Preston Cliffs, Grand Marsh, and Highway 21 And County G.

* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 226, 227, 228 and 230.

* WINDS...Southwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.

* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 5 percent.

* IMPACTS...Fires will catch and spread quickly. Exercise extreme caution and avoid any outdoor burning.

The National Weather Service in La Crosse has issued a

* Tornado Warning for... Central Juneau County in central Wisconsin... Central Adams County in central Wisconsin...

* Until 1130 PM CDT.

* At 1058 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Dellwood, or 7 miles northeast of Mauston, moving east at 35 mph.

HAZARD...Tornado.

SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.

IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely.

* This dangerous storm will be near... Adams around 1105 PM CDT. Friendship around 1110 PM CDT.

Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Brooks, The Town Of Quincy, County Roads A And B, County Roads G And M, Highway 13 And County E, County Roads E And G, and Buckhorn State Park.

* AFFECTED AREA...In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 207 Southwest Colorado Lower Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 290 Paradox Valley Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 291 Northern San Juan Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 292 North Fork Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 293 Gunnison Basin Forecast Area and Fire Weather Zone 294 Southwest Colorado Upper West Forecast Area. In Utah, Fire Weather Zone 491 Southeast Utah.

* TIMING...From noon to 8 PM MDT Thursday.

* WINDS...Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.

* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...6 to 11 percent.

* IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

The National Weather Service in Green Bay has issued a

* Flash Flood Warning for... Northwestern Calumet County in east central Wisconsin... Northeastern Winnebago County in east central Wisconsin... Southwestern Brown County in northeastern Wisconsin... Southeastern Outagamie County in northeastern Wisconsin...

* Until 145 AM CDT.

* At 1051 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas.

* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Appleton, Menasha, Kaukauna, Little Chute, Kimberly, Darboy, Northern Lake Winnebago, Neenah, Greenville, Combined Locks, Wrightstown, Holland and Uw Fox Valley.

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values around 105.

* WHERE...Portions of east central and southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, southwest, and west central Ohio.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.

* WHAT...For the first Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 109. For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112 expected. For the second Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 111 expected.

* WHERE...Portions of East Arkansas, North Mississippi, Southeast Missouri, and West Tennessee.

* WHEN...For the first Heat Advisory, until noon CDT Thursday. For the Extreme Heat Warning, from noon to 8 PM CDT Thursday. For the second Heat Advisory, from 8 PM Thursday to 8 PM CDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

The National Weather Service in Amarillo has issued a

* Flash Flood Warning for... Southeastern Donley County in the panhandle of Texas...

* Until 130 AM CDT.

* At 1017 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

SOURCE...Radar.

IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas.

* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Clarendon, Howardwick, Hedley, Lelia Lake and Greenbelt Lake.

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 100-110F expected.

* WHERE...Portions of east central and northeast Kansas and central, north central, northeast, northwest, and west central Missouri.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM CDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 113. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 103 possible.

* WHERE...Bronx, Kings (Brooklyn), New York (Manhattan), Northern Queens, Richmond (Staten Island), and Southern Queens Counties.

* WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 9 PM EDT Friday. For the Extreme Heat Watch, from Friday evening through Saturday evening.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.

* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 113. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 103 possible.

* WHERE...In Connecticut, Northern New London, Southern Middlesex, and Southern New London Counties. In New York, Northeast Suffolk, Northern Nassau, Northwest Suffolk, Southeast Suffolk, Southern Nassau, and Southwest Suffolk Counties.

* WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 9 PM EDT Friday. For the Extreme Heat Watch, from Friday evening through Saturday evening.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Mississippi...Louisiana...

Pearl River Near Bogalusa affecting Pearl River County and Washington Parish.

Pearl River Near Pearl River affecting St. Tammany Parish, Pearl River, and Hancock Counties.

For the Lower Pearl River...including Bogalusa, Pearl River...Minor flooding is forecast.

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Pearl River near Pearl River.

* WHEN...Until Tuesday evening.

* IMPACTS...At 16.0 feet, Lower portions of streets in River Gardens Subdivision will begin to flood. Secondary roads to the river and throughout Honey Island Swamp will remain inundated. Property in the vicinity of the gage is flooded threatening about 20 homes along the left bank. The Bogue Chitto National Wildlife Refuge will be closed to hunting at the 15.5 foot stage.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:00 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 15.8 feet. - Bankfull stage is 12.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:00 PM CDT Wednesday was 15.8 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 16.0 feet Friday morning. It will then fall below flood stage early Tuesday afternoon. - Flood stage is 14.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 16.0 feet on 01/09/1926. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Mississippi...Louisiana...

Pearl River Near Bogalusa affecting Pearl River County and Washington Parish.

Pearl River Near Pearl River affecting St. Tammany Parish, Pearl River, and Hancock Counties.

For the Lower Pearl River...including Bogalusa, Pearl River...Minor flooding is forecast.

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Pearl River near Bogalusa.

* WHEN...Until Sunday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...At 20.0 feet, Woodlands and crop acreage along the river will be flooded. The Bogue Chitto Wildlife Management area will be inundated with water in recreational camps and over access roads.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:15 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 20.4 feet. - Bankfull stage is 15.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:15 PM CDT Wednesday was 20.4 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage Sunday morning and continue falling to 11.1 feet Saturday, July 11. - Flood stage is 18.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 20.4 feet on 04/08/1976. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values near or exceeding 105 degrees. Additionally, low temperatures in the 70s will provide only limited relief at night.

* WHERE...Portions of east central, northeast, south central, and southeast Kentucky.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...An extended period of hot and humid conditions continues through at least Friday - with the most oppressive conditions expected on Thursday.

* WHAT...Dangerously hot and humid conditions with continued heat index values of 100 to 110 expected today, along with nighttime lows not falling below the mid to upper 70s.

* WHERE...In Illinois, Carroll, Jo Daviess, and Stephenson Counties. In Iowa, Benton, Jackson, Jones, Linn, Buchanan, Delaware, and Dubuque Counties.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM CDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The extreme heat may persist through late week, but thunderstorms and associated clouds may interrupt the heat at times Thursday and Friday.

* WHAT...Dangerously hot and humid conditions with multiple days of heat index values of 100 to 110 expected, along with nighttime lows not falling below the mid to upper 70s.

* WHERE...In Illinois, Bureau, Putnam, Henry IL, and Whiteside Counties. In Iowa, Clinton County.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM CDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Indiana...

White River at Hazleton.

.Minor flooding on the White River at Hazleton will end after midnight tonight...with river levels continuing to fall into next week.

* WHAT...Flooding is occurring.

* WHERE...White River at Hazleton.

* WHEN...Until late tonight.

* IMPACTS...At 16.0 feet, Flooding begins in lowest bottomlands and a few local roads. High water affects a few low oil fields.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - There is no current observed data. - Forecast...The river is falling...and will remain below flood stage after 300 AM tonight through early next week. - Flood stage is 16.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 107.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central, south central, southeast, southwest, and west central Indiana.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

The National Weather Service in La Crosse has issued a

* Tornado Warning for... North central Howard County in northeastern Iowa... Southwestern Fillmore County in southeastern Minnesota...

* Until 915 PM CDT.

* At 859 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Lime Springs, or 12 miles northwest of Cresco, moving northeast at 15 mph.

HAZARD...Tornado.

SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.

IMPACT...Expect damage to mobile homes, roofs, and vehicles.

* This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of north central Howard and southwestern Fillmore Counties, including the following locations... Chester and York.

...TODAY'S RED FLAG WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM MDT...

Winds are diminishing across the region below criteria for the Red Flag Warnings and have thus allowed the warnings to expire at 8 PM. Relative humidity remains very low and will only see minimal recovery to about 20% for a few hours around 6 AM in the morning. Winds pick up again in the late morning with more Red Flag Warnings tomorrow from noon to 8 PM.

* AFFECTED AREA...In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 205 Colorado River Headwaters below 8000 feet.

* TIMING...From noon to 8 PM MDT Thursday.

* WINDS...Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.

* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...6 to 11 percent.

* IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

At 1002 PM EDT, local law enforcement reported thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is already occurring.

HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

SOURCE...Law enforcement closed a road.

IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas.

Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Oneida, New Hartford, New York Mills, Stockbridge, Augusta, Clinton, Waterville, Bridgewater, Clayville, Clark Mills, Kirkland, Paris, Oriskany Falls, Munnsville, Hubbard Corners, Stockwell, Chadwicks, Vernon Center and Sauquoit.

At 1003 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms produced heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. Flooding impacts will continue, but no additional rainfall is expected. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

SOURCE...Radar.

IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas.

Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Brookfield, Springfield, Richfield Springs, Cherry Valley, Bridgewater, Exeter Center, Unadilla Forks, Leonardsville, Glimmerglass State Park, North Brookfield, East Springfield and Stockwell.

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105.

* WHERE...Portions of central, south central, southwest, and west central Michigan.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinois...

Illinois River at Peoria affecting Peoria, Woodford and Tazewell Counties.

Illinois River at Beardstown affecting Brown, Morgan, Schuyler and Cass Counties.

Illinois River near Havana affecting Fulton, Mason and Cass Counties.

.The following forecasts are based on observed precipitation, soil moisture conditions, and forecast precipitation.

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Illinois River at Peoria.

* WHEN...Until tomorrow afternoon.

* IMPACTS...At 18.0 feet, Some flooding begins to bottomland not protected by levees.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 7:45 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 18.3 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 7:45 PM CDT Wednesday was 18.8 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage late tomorrow morning and continue falling to 14.9 feet Wednesday, July 08. - Flood stage is 18.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinois...

Illinois River at Peoria affecting Peoria, Woodford and Tazewell Counties.

Illinois River at Beardstown affecting Brown, Morgan, Schuyler and Cass Counties.

Illinois River near Havana affecting Fulton, Mason and Cass Counties.

.The following forecasts are based on observed precipitation, soil moisture conditions, and forecast precipitation.

* WHAT...Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Illinois River near Havana.

* WHEN...Until further notice.

* IMPACTS...At 19.5 feet, Access road to Anderson Lake north campground closed.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 7:45 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 18.5 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 7:45 PM CDT Wednesday was 18.9 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall to 14.8 feet Wednesday, July 08. - Flood stage is 14.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

The storm which prompted the warning has weakened below severe limits, and no longer appears capable of producing a tornado. Therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire. However, gusty winds are still possible with this thunderstorm.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 200 AM CDT for west central Iowa.

To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service Sioux Falls.

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinois...

Illinois River at Meredosia.

Illinois River at La Grange LD.

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Illinois...

Illinois River at Valley City.

Illinois River at Hardin.

River forecasts are based on observed precipitation and forecast precipitation for the next 24 hours.

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Illinois River at Valley City.

* WHEN...Until late Tuesday night.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:30 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 16.9 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:30 PM CDT Wednesday was 17.3 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage Monday evening and continue falling to 12.6 feet Wednesday, July 08. - Flood stage is 14.0 feet.

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinois...

Illinois River at Meredosia.

Illinois River at La Grange LD.

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Illinois...

Illinois River at Valley City.

Illinois River at Hardin.

River forecasts are based on observed precipitation and forecast precipitation for the next 24 hours.

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Illinois River at Meredosia.

* WHEN...Until Monday evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:30 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 19.1 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:30 PM CDT Wednesday was 19.6 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage early Sunday afternoon and continue falling to 14.9 feet Wednesday, July 08. - Flood stage is 17.0 feet.

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinois...

Illinois River at Meredosia.

Illinois River at La Grange LD.

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Illinois...

Illinois River at Valley City.

Illinois River at Hardin.

River forecasts are based on observed precipitation and forecast precipitation for the next 24 hours.

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Illinois River at Hardin.

* WHEN...Until Monday afternoon.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:30 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 25.7 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:30 PM CDT Wednesday was 25.9 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage Sunday morning and continue falling to 24.2 feet Wednesday, July 08. - Flood stage is 25.0 feet.

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinois...

Illinois River at Meredosia.

Illinois River at La Grange LD.

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Illinois...

Illinois River at Valley City.

Illinois River at Hardin.

River forecasts are based on observed precipitation and forecast precipitation for the next 24 hours.

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Illinois River at La Grange LD.

* WHEN...Until Monday afternoon.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:00 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 25.1 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:00 PM CDT Wednesday was 25.6 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage late Sunday morning and continue falling to 20.6 feet Wednesday, July 08. - Flood stage is 23.0 feet.

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinois...Indiana...

Wabash River at New Harmony

.While water levels continue to fall at New Harmony, minor flooding remains forecast until Thursday morning.

For the Wabash River...including New Harmony...Minor flooding is forecast.

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Wabash River at New Harmony.

* WHEN...Until tomorrow afternoon.

* IMPACTS...At 15.0 feet, The river overflows low ground on the Illinois side.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 7:30 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 15.6 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 7:30 PM CDT Wednesday was 16.2 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage late tomorrow morning and continue falling to 5.0 feet Saturday, July 11. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet.

...CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS EXPECTED FOR SOUTH PARK, THE SOUTHERN FOOTHILLS, AND THE PALMER DIVIDE THURSDAY AND POTENTIALLY CONTINUING THROUGH FRIDAY...

The National Weather Service in Denver has cancelled the Red Flag Warning.

* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 214.

* TIMING...From noon to 8 PM MDT Thursday.

* WINDS...West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.

* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 7 percent.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be favorable for rapid fire spread. Avoid outdoor burning and any activity that may produce a spark and start a wildfire.

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Kentucky...

Green River at Paradise

.Recent heavy rainfall will result in minor river flooding at Paradise.

For the Green River...including Paradise...Minor flooding is forecast.

* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Green River at Paradise.

* WHEN...From this evening to early Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...At 380.0 feet, Water rises over the skimmer wall at the TVA fossil plant.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - The river was at 379.9 FT this July 1st evening at 8:00 PM CDT. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 380.2 feet early tomorrow afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage Friday morning. - Flood stage is 380.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Illinois...

Little Wabash River below Clay City affecting Richland and Clay Counties.

.The following forecasts are based on observed precipitation, soil moisture conditions, and forecast precipitation.

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Little Wabash River below Clay City.

* WHEN...Until Friday evening.

* IMPACTS...At 19.7 feet, Mayflower Road...just north of U.S. Route 50...begins to flood.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 7:45 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 20.6 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 7:45 PM CDT Wednesday was 20.9 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage early Friday afternoon and continue falling to 10.4 feet Monday evening. - Flood stage is 18.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood