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Big Heat and Big Storms—Significant heat wave impacting Connecticut

7/23/2016

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After a few years of absence, big heat is back in New England. Today will be the third consecutive day of 90+ degree temperatures for most, making this our latest heat wave. However, that doesn’t quite tell the whole story. While not unprecedented, this is likely to be one of our longest and strongest heat waves in years—which requires all of us to take it seriously. 

Yesterday was the hottest day in four years at BDL and in our capital city. Hartford hit 100 while BDL hit 99! Even our normally cool spots—Salisbury, Torrington, Putnam—got in on the action and reached the 90s!

In Hartford and at BDL, 7 of the last 10 days have reached the 90s. 

In Bridgeport, 4 of the last 10 days have reached the 90s. 

​The night was culminated with severe storms in parts of the state. Northern Connecticut in particular received storms that dropped torrential rain, small hail, strong winds, and quite a light show. 
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Today we will see a day very similar to yesterday. Although Heat Advisories have not been issued, today’s heat will likely rival yesterday’s. Temperatures are already in the mid to upper 80s in the state.
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Today we’ll see slightly diminished dew points due to a more northwest flow. In exchange, we roast all the way to the coast, as the flow cuts off the potential for strong sea breezes at the shore. ​
Although this high res guidance has cooler temps at the shore, I think this is overdone, and that most of the state will reach the mid to upper 90s. There could be another spot 100 today. ​
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HRRR image courtesy of WeatherBell Analytics
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In addition, we have to watch for a chance of strong to severe thunderstorms this afternoon. 

This is just the start. High temperatures are likely to reach the 90s each day, especially inland, through at least the middle of the week.

Today's Forecast
Hazy, Hot, and Humid, though not has humid as yesterday. Highs in the mid to upper 90s statewide with a spot or two possibly touching 100. Chance of thunderstorms late, some of which could be strong to severe. Chance of rain 30%. 

The longer these type of heat waves last, the more dangerous they become. Heat is an underrated cause of weather related illnesses, and can come on quickly for anyone. 

Heat Safety Tips


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Stay cool!

​-DB

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