FORECAST FIRST ALERT: Heat and storms remain on tap this weekend

Minnesota’s Weather Authority has issued Forecast First Alerts for Saturday and Sunday for heat and storm chances across Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin. A Heat Advisory is in effect for western Minnesota and the Twin Cities metro, plus severe storms are possible region wide.

Showers and storms began the day on Saturday. Once those pass, It will be hot and humid. There is a chance to hit the first 90° temperature of the season today, but with the morning storms and lingering clouds, we may only reach the upper 80s. Still, the humidity and heat we do have will make parts of Minnesota feel like the mid to upper 90s, and maybe low 100s in Western Minnesota. More severe storms are possible in the evening and nighttime hours. On Sunday, the same weather situation may very well repeat, but there’s a bit of a greater chance of hitting 90 degrees if we fail to do so on Saturday.

Since is the first big push of heat and humidity this season, here are a few reminders. First and foremost, listen to your body. If you start to feel too hot, find some shade or air conditioning. Make sure you are checking in on the very young and very old in your family and community. Heat can take a toll quickly on kids and the elderly. Above all, remember to stay hydrated and drink plenty of water if you are going to be outside.

As always, stay tuned to Minnesota’s Weather Authority for changing conditions with heat and storm chances throughout the weekend.