Then the focus turns to storm potential moving in from the west after 7pm. Those are possible deep into the evening and overnight as well. Strong wind gusts up over 60 mph are the main severe threat with any storms. Heavy downpours and frequent lightning are in play too. 1-2″ rain totals are possible from the worst of the storms.

We have made it to Wednesday, which is a First Alert Weather Day due to the potential for severe weather this afternoon and evening as well as extreme heat concerns. All counties along and south of Highway 10,

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A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for Thursday with the Heat Index expected to exceed triple-digits with a few spotty showers possible in the evening.

Don’t let this crisp morning fool you; we’re in for a big warmup today and even more so tomorrow. We’re starting only in the mid 50s, but will rise up to the upper 80s by this afternoon alongside mostly sunny skies.

A Heat Advisory is in effect statewide, with much of the area also under an Excessive Heat Warning. Today could mark one of the hottest days of the year so far, with temperatures potentially hitting the low 100s.

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LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Thursday is a First Alert Weather Day due to hot temperatures and high humidity making for an uncomfortable day for all of us and potentially a dangerous day for some.

The heat and humidity won't go anywhere for us Wednesday although a cold front will start to push in later in the day giving us chances of some strong to severe thunderstorms developing.