Get ready for a weekend of extreme weather conditions impacting your travel routes. The north-central U.S. will face heavy rain and flash flooding, impacting major roads through the Rockies, Plains, and Great Lakes. Meanwhile, scorching temperatures in the South-Central U.S. may break records, affecting highways in the region. Stay informed and plan your routes carefully.
Northern States Brace for Heavy Rain
Commuters traveling through the north-central U.S. should prepare for potential flash flooding along
Interstate 94 and
Interstate 90 over the weekend. Heavy rainfall is expected in areas like
Minneapolis, MN and
Chicago, IL as a system moves from the Rockies into the Great Lakes. Be cautious on roads like
U.S. Highway 2 and
U.S. Highway 12 as repeated storms could result in dangerous driving conditions by Saturday.
Southern States Under Heat Wave
In the South-Central U.S., particularly in cities like
Dallas, TX and
Houston, TX, high temperatures are expected to remain in the 90s to low 100s. The extreme heat could affect road conditions and vehicle performance on major highways like
Interstate 10 and
Interstate 35. Heat risks will persist through the weekend, so travelers should plan accordingly and stay hydrated.
Mid-Atlantic and Southeast Rain Concerns
Travelers in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast should prepare for showers and thunderstorms along
Interstate 95 and
Interstate 85 as a frontal system moves through the weekend. Areas like
Raleigh, NC and
Atlanta, GA could see heavy rain, leading to slow travel. In Florida, particularly around
Orlando, FL, excessive rainfall may cause delays on
Interstate 4 and other local routes.
Monsoon Activity in the Southwest
In the Southwest, including cities like
Phoenix, AZ and
Albuquerque, NM, diminishing monsoonal activity will still bring isolated thunderstorms mainly in the afternoons. Commuters should be mindful of slick roads on highways like
Interstate 40 and
Interstate 17 over higher terrain on Saturday.