LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) – Isolated showers and thunderstorms developed near the I-27 corridor Friday morning, but the severe weather threat remains low.
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This afternoon any storms that initiate should remain quite isolated with severe weather being unlikely. While storms may still produce marginally severe wind gusts and frequent lightning, any activity should remain isolated and weak. Highest chances for afternoon and evening storms are expected mainly across the western and central South Plains and over the Caprock.
KCBD(KCBD)Heat dominates the weekend
Afternoon high temperatures will climb to around 100 degrees Friday.
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Highs may potentially reach record-breaking levels Saturday. Most locations are expected to see low-to-mid triple-digit temperatures.
KCBD(KCBD)What to expect next week
Daily thunderstorm chances return next week, generally favoring the Caprock area. However, the immediate concern remains the dangerous heat this weekend.
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