00:00A powerful heat dome is set to dominate the central United States this Labor Day weekend.
00:04The heat will focus on the southern and central plains in Mississippi Valley.
00:08Cities including Dallas, Oklahoma City, and Nashville could see highs in the 90s to low 100s.
00:14Temperatures may run 8 to 15 degrees above historical averages.
00:18High humidity could make it feel another 5 to 15 degrees hotter.
00:22Meanwhile, showers and thunderstorms will surround the heat dome.
00:26Storms are expected across parts of the West, Midwest, and East.
00:30Some areas could face torrential rain and localized flash flooding.
00:34Severe storms may also cause travel and flight disruptions.
00:37Hawaii could see heavy rain, gusty winds, and rough surf from Hurricane Lowell.
00:42The Northeast is expected to stay cooler, with a few passing showers and storms.
00:48Forecasters say conditions will vary sharply across the country through Monday.
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