Fourth of July Heat and Storms Ahead

July Fourth could be scorching across much of the U.S., with above-average heat and sticky humidity especially in the South and East, sparking scattered thunderstorms. Kansas faces a 50-60% chance of 90-degree heat, far hotter than average, while western areas see lower odds. Nationwide, summer’s heat and humidity are expected to dominate, though exact storm timing and temps remain uncertain due to weak climate drivers like El Niño and the Madden-Julian Oscillation. Stay tuned — conditions could shift fast as Independence Day nears. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6371968dd5786d44