AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – A very saturated atmosphere the next few days will continue a low flood risk across the CSRA through Saturday. Highs will be seasonally hot in the low 90s with feel like temperatures 100+. Trending drier by Sunday into early next week.
There is a marginal flood risk across the region through Saturday. (level 1 out of 4). Heat index values between 100-105°+ today and Saturday afternoon. Make sure to stay hydrated with plenty of hydrating fluids if you’re going to be playing sports or working outside.
A typical summer pattern expected today with seasonably hot temperatures in the afternoon in the lower to mid-90s with scattered thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening. The risk for heavy rain in any storms that form will keep a marginal flood risk in play. A marginal risk means localized flooding is possible in a few isolated areas, but mainly for flood prone spots. Lightning and brief strong gusts are possible in storms. Storms could linger into early Friday night, so keep the First Alert weather app close by if you’re heading out to high school football games…