Storm forecast to threaten Plains as Northeast experiences below-average temperatures
Extreme fire danger remains high for the central, southern Plains
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Temperatures are still below average across the Northeast, with some moderation coming over the weekend into more seasonal averages for this time of year.
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Friday frost and freeze alerts (Credit: Fox News)
A strong storm across the central Plains will ramp up the risk of strong-to-severe weather across the region, including the threat of large hail, damaging winds, tornadoes and heavy rainfall, which could lead to flooding.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Friday severe storm threat (Credit: Fox News)
Behind this system, it will be cold enough for measurable snow over the northern Rockies.
Friday Fox model (Credit: Fox News)
Extreme fire danger remains high for the central and southern Plains with gusty winds and dry conditions elevating the risk.
Fire weather alerts through Friday (Credit: Fox News)
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{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}The Northwest remains active with coastal rain and mountain snow.