There is a setup for a significant severe weather outbreak, including dangerous tornadoes on Friday across the southern Plains and lower Mississippi Valley.  

Severe storm threat

The threat of severe storms in the Plains, Mississippi Valley on Friday (Credit: Fox News)

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Northeast temperratures

Potential record-high temperatures in the Northeast on Saturday (Credit: Fox News)

Ahead of the cold front associated with this widespread storm system, temperatures will be well above average and into record-setting territory this weekend.  

Northwest rain

Rainfall forecast in the Northwest through Sunday (Credit: Fox News)

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Meanwhile, heavy rain and higher-elevation snow will be the story over the next few days for the Northwest.