Heat Advisory to be followed by storm chances – Chris
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Another round of summer sizzle is on the way Tuesday, as a Heat Advisory goes into effect for the Twin Cities metro from noon to 8 PM. Afternoon highs will climb into the low 90s, but it’s the humidity that will pack the biggest punch—pushing heat index values near 100°. If you’re spending time outdoors,…
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