Strong-to-severe thunderstorms will be possible across the Plains, Gulf Coast and up into the mid-Atlantic on Thursday.  

MARYLAND HALSEY CONCERT CANCELED AFTER SEVERE FLOODING DRENCHES FANS AT AMPHITHEATER

Some of these storms will bring the risk of flooding.

Storms Storm Thunderstorms

Severe storm threats over the U.S. (Credit: Fox News)

The system that brought heavy rain and thunderstorms to the Northeast will move out during the afternoon with some lingering showers.

Temperatures Heat

Friday potential record-high temperatures (Credit: Fox News)

On Friday, the risk will fire up over portions of the Mississippi and Tennessee River valleys and the Gulf Coast.

CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP

Excessive heat will be the big story over California, the Southwest and Texas heading into the weekend, with record-high temperatures surpassing 100 degrees for many cities.