Extreme heat warning issued for New York City

The heat peaks on Saturday, coinciding with the Summer Solstice, but it could end with a bang. Where's the thunder risk this weekend? ⛈ Catch up on our weather studio live for the full picture www.youtube.com/live/jZQXD2nSUdg?si=z3ReIQg64YRUV38h pic.x.com/7K3XjLz7SY

Extremely dangerous heat wave expands from Midwest to East Coast. Thunderstorms may produce large hail, damaging wind gusts and tornadoes across the northern Plains and Upper Mississippi Valley. Repeating storms may lead to flash flooding in parts of the Southern High Plains. pic.x.com/MXyMJXbPlY

Though record high temperatures are expected in the coming days, the duration of the heat as demonstrated by the numerous record warm morning lows will make this period especially oppressive. Couple this with the fact that this is the first major heat wave of the year – when our pic.x.com/2UfoRdvgFs

Tomorrow the heat turns up, but tonight will be another mild night across the forecast area. Start hydrating now! For ideas on how to protect yourself and loved ones from the heat and to learn about Heat Risk visit our website here: www.weather.gov/media/bou/DssPacket.pdf pic.x.com/9SXvFy1YY5