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STAY ALERT: Strong, possibly damaging thunderstorms heading our way for the weekend

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CLEVELAND — Rain and storm chances will be increasing overnight and into early on Saturday. Low temperatures tonight will drop back to near 70 degrees with a noticeable increase in humidity.

Rain and storms are possible anytime on Saturday. Showers and storms look widespread Saturday morning and continue into the afternoon. A few final showers will be possible from Saturday evening into Sunday morning.

We'll be tracking a line of strong (possibly severe) storms Saturday morning, followed by more storms building during the afternoon, especially along and south of US Rt 224 and US Rt 30 from Youngstown through Akron/Canton through Mansfield. These could also become strong or severe. Make sure you're paying attention to the latest forecasts if you have outdoor weekend plans because storms could contain frequent lightning, damaging winds, large hail, heavy rain, waterspouts and tornadoes.

Sunday could start off with some light showers, but we will be drying out by the afternoon with cooler temps.

What To Expect:

  • Warm & muggy tonight
  • Rain & thunder by dawn on Saturday
  • Rounds of storms on Saturday
  • Saturday storms could be strong or severe
  • Cooler & dryer on Sunday

Daily Breakdown:

Friday Night: Mostly cloudy. Few showers late.| Low: 71º

Saturday: Scattered storms. Some severe. Warm & muggy.| High: 85º

Sunday: Drying out early. Cooler.| High: 74º

Monday: Cool for July. Sun and clouds.| High: 73º

Tuesday: Warmer with seasonal temps.| High: 85º

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