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The National Weather Service has released a series of weather warnings as heavy rainfall, intense thunderstorms, and extreme heat pose threats to numerous regions across the United States leading up to Thursday. A Moderate Risk (Level 3 of 4) for excessive rainfall is in effect for parts of the Northeast, where ongoing storms may lead to flash flooding. Additionally, severe thunderstorms are anticipated in the Southeast and northern Plains, while heat indices ranging from 105 to 115 degrees are predicted in areas of Texas and Oklahoma. Meteorologists advise that the interplay of flooding, severe weather, and escalating temperatures necessitates ongoing vigilance.
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00:00The National Weather Service is warning of dangerous weather across much of the United
00:04States through Thursday. In the Northeast, repeated rounds of heavy rain could trigger
00:09flash flooding, especially in parts of New England where a moderate risk has been issued.
00:15Saturated ground and intense downpours may lead to rapidly rising water. Farther south,
00:21severe thunderstorms are expected across parts of the Southeast,
00:24bringing the threat of damaging wind gusts and isolated flash flooding. Meanwhile,
00:30monsoonal storms continue across the Four Corners and Colorado, increasing the risk of flooding in
00:36burn scars, slot canyons, and mountainous terrain. The northern plains and upper Midwest could also
00:42see severe thunderstorms capable of producing damaging winds, large hail, and heavy rainfall.
00:48At the same time, a dangerous heat wave continues across Texas and Oklahoma.
00:53where temperatures could top 100 degrees, and heat indices may reach 105 to 115 degrees.
01:01Forecasters urge residents to stay weather-aware as flooding severe storms,
01:05and extreme heat affect multiple regions over the coming days.
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