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Utah Braces for 102F Scorching Heatwave: Excessive Heat Warning Issued 8/4
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued an urgent Excessive Heat Warning for Northern Utah, effective from 10 AM Monday to 11 PM Tuesday. The warning covers the Wasatch Front, Great Salt Lake Desert and Mountains, and Eastern Juab/Millard Counties. Residents in these areas should prepare for dangerously high temperatures, with forecasts predicting peaks of up to 102 degrees Fahrenheit.
Hazardous Weather and Red Flag Warning for Western and Central Wyoming 8/4
Riverton, WY – The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook and a Red Flag Warning for Western and Central Wyoming, highlighting extreme heat and critical fire weather conditions.
Thunderstorms Expected for Eastern Upper and Northern Lower Michigan 8/4
Gaylord, MI – The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for Eastern Upper Michigan and Northern Lower Michigan, highlighting potential thunderstorms this evening and into the upcoming week. Tonight's Weather.
Hazardous Weather and Air Quality Alert for North and Central Texas 8/4
Fort Worth, TX – The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook and an Air Quality Alert for North and Central Texas. Residents should prepare for potential thunderstorms, extreme heat, and high levels of ozone air pollution in the coming days.
Heat Advisory Issued for Southeast Louisiana and Southern Mississippi 8/4
New Orleans, LA – The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Heat Advisory for portions of southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi. The advisory is in effect from 10 AM to 7 PM CDT on Sunday, with heat index values expected to reach up to 110 degrees Fahrenheit.
Florida Man Pleads Guilty to Conducting Multi-County Criminal Enterprise in Michigan
Lansing, MI - In a significant legal victory, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced that Juan Miguel Rodriguez-Venegas, a 55-year-old Florida resident, has pled guilty to conducting a criminal enterprise across multiple Michigan counties. The plea, entered in the 42nd Circuit Court in Midland County, marks the culmination of a concerted effort to bring the perpetrator to justice for stealing money orders and cash from drop boxes at apartment complexes and mobile home parks.
Flint’s Water Lead Levels Plummet in Latest Testing, Marking Eight Years of Compliance
Lansing, MI - In a promising development for the residents of Flint, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) announced that the city’s water system has achieved a significant reduction in lead levels, with the latest testing showing a 90th percentile of just 1 part per billion (ppb). This milestone marks the eighth consecutive year that Flint’s water has complied with the stringent standards set by the Safe Drinking Water Act.
Thunderstorms and Triple-Digit Heat Expected for Oklahoma and North Texas
Norman, OK – The National Weather Service (NWS) in Norman, Oklahoma, has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for portions of northern, western, central, and southern Oklahoma, as well as western north Texas. The outlook highlights potential thunderstorms tonight and a return of dangerous heat next week.
Heat Advisory and Thunderstorm Risk for North and Central Georgia
Peachtree City, GA – The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for North and Central Georgia, highlighting potential severe weather and heat risks for today and the coming week.
Tropical Depression Four to Impact West Central and Southwest Florida
NWS Issues Tropical Storm and Storm Surge Warnings. Tampa Bay, FL – The National Weather Service (NWS) in Tampa Bay/Ruskin has issued warnings and advisories for West Central and Southwest Florida due to Tropical Depression Four. Residents should prepare for potential impacts beginning late Saturday night and continuing through Sunday.
Heat and Thunderstorm Risks Ahead for Northeast Minnesota and Northwest Wisconsin
Duluth, MN – The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for northeast Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin. Residents are advised to prepare for foggy conditions tonight, hot and muggy weather on Friday, and potential thunderstorms over the weekend and early next week.
Michigan Supreme Court Rejects GOP Legislature's 'Adopt-and-Amend' Tactic, Defends Voter Rights
Lansing, Michigan -In a landmark decision upholding the power of direct democracy, the Michigan Supreme Court has struck down the state legislature’s controversial 'adopt-and-amend' tactic used in 2018 to block citizen-initiated ballot measures. The ruling in the case Mothering Justice et al v Nessel and State of Michigan is a significant victory for Michigan voters and a reaffirmation of their right to shape state laws through initiatives.
Michigan Water Protection: AG Nessel Applauds Supreme Court Ruling on CAFO Permits
Lansing, Michigan - In a landmark decision, the Michigan Supreme Court has upheld the authority of the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) to enforce more stringent water protection measures through general permits for concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs). This ruling marks a significant victory for environmental protection efforts in Michigan.
Severe Weather and Flood Advisory for Southeast Michigan
Detroit, MI – The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook and a Flood Advisory for southeast Michigan, covering multiple counties. Residents are urged to stay informed and take necessary precautions as thunderstorms and heavy rainfall are expected to impact the region.
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