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Summer storms spoil holidays and reveal risks of outdoor fun

July 5, 2026

Wisconsin’s Lake Geneva turned deadly during a July storm when a family boat capsized, killing three children despite everyone wearing life jackets. The accident highlights how quickly holiday celebrations can turn fatal when extreme weather strikes. Meanwhile, violent storms across the Midwest and

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Dixon's flower festival takes a hit from bad weather

July 5, 2026

The annual Petunia Festival in Dixon faced a weekend of disruptions as storms rolled in, forcing several changes to the planned events. The big highlight of Saturday—a ceremony to open a new pedestrian bridge called Petunia Crossing—got pushed to July 7. The popular Al Morrison All-Star games at Pag

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Heat, Hail and the Fourth: A Day of Storms

July 4, 2026

A thunderstorm rolled through the New York area last night, ripping down trees and snapping power lines. The event left hundreds of thousands without electricity as the storm tore through the region, especially in Morris and Monmouth Counties. In Queens, a sudden surge on an underground cable caused

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Hot days, sudden storms: what to expect in Massachusetts this weekend

July 4, 2026

Temperatures in Massachusetts are expected to stay very high until Saturday night. Most areas will see highs between 98°F and 102°F, but humidity will make it feel even hotter. While people are dealing with the heat, a different kind of weather alert has been issued for Friday evening. Severe thunde

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Sticky days ahead: why this heat refuses to leave

July 3, 2026

The city is stuck in a fever-like routine this week. Afternoons feel like standing in front of an open oven, with the air itself pressing down like wet wool. The heat index—what the temperature feels like when humidity joins in—is pushing between 100 and 105 degrees during the brightest hours. As s

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Heatwave Hits Massachusetts, Fireworks Weather Uncertain

July 1, 2026

Massachusetts is gearing up for a blistering heatwave that will peak over the next two days. The temperature will hover near 100 degrees, with Friday offering slightly drier air than Thursday – though the difference is barely noticeable. Residents are urged to keep moving slowly, stay hydrated with

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Heat Wave Hits Massachusetts: Temperatures Near 100 Degrees

July 1, 2026

Massachusetts faces an extreme heat event that will last from Wednesday morning until Saturday evening, with the highest temperatures expected on Thursday and Friday. During that span, most areas will see daytime highs between 97 and 103 degrees, while the heat index—what it feels like when humidity

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Storm Alert Hits Western North Carolina

July 1, 2026

A severe thunderstorm warning was released by the National Weather Service office in Greenville‑Spartanburg at 6:55 p. m. on Tuesday, June 30. The alert covers Buncombe, Henderson and Transylvania counties in western North Carolina. Meteorologists warned of wind gusts up to 60 mph and hail as large

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Powerful winds leave South Dakota town struggling to recover

July 1, 2026

A powerful storm system tore through central and eastern South Dakota early Monday, leaving a small town called Highmore facing major destruction. Wind speeds reached up to 131 mph, flattening grain silos, snapping wind turbines in half, and flipping vehicles. The National Weather Service confirmed

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Hot and sticky week ahead for Eau Claire and western Wisconsin

June 29, 2026

A warm, damp air mass is moving into Eau Claire and western Wisconsin as the weekend wraps up. Dew points—basically the air’s moisture level—have climbed into the 60s, making the air feel heavier than usual. Tonight, a warm front slides in from the south, bringing clouds and scattered downpours. A f