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Slow-moving, heavy rain producing thunderstorms could lead to flooding

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CLEVELAND — Today's cold front isn't cooling us much at all, but it is dropping our humidity. It's more of a wind shift bringing in somewhat more tolerable air. Friday looks hotter, but the humidity should be less intense.

Unfortunately, the process is sparking storms. Strong storms. They're building quickly and moving slowly. That means heavy rain is hanging around the same areas. Any flood-prone or poor drainage areas could easily flood today. Make sure you never try to drive through flooded roads. Turn around, don't drown.

Any storms fade after sunset, giving us a mainly dry end to the workweek. Only an isolated storm chance Friday afternoon thanks to a SURGE of heat. We're pushing 90º both Friday & Saturday.

DAILY FORECAST:

Thursday: Few Storms. Heavy rain and flooding is the meain threat. | High: 83º

Friday: Drier and warmer.| High: 89º

Saturday: Hot and humid with storms returning overinght. | High: 90º

Sunday: Scattered storms. | High: 82º

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