FORECAST: Cluster of showers expected this afternoon

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FORECAST:

• While today may not be as hot as yesterday, it will still be quite warm.
• Highs are expected to remain in the mid-90s this afternoon, with a heat index near 100 degrees.
• Another cluster of showers and storms will likely fire up later this afternoon and into the evening.
• Then a weak cold front enters the picture tomorrow to start the relief process for the rest of the week.
• Highs are expected to reach nearly 90 degrees on Thursday, with more widespread rains expected.
• This pattern lingers into the weekend, with temperatures falling into the 80s.
• Sadly, it’s still going to be awfully humid. So, it’s not really refreshing, but it will feel much better.

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