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Heat Wave, Thunderstorms Expected This Week

Written by Mary MacDonald:

The work week will be a hot one in Massachusetts, with temperatures all week expected to be in the low to mid-90s, according to the National Weather Service. Heat advisories are expected to be issued beginning Tuesday.

The Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook , advising of a "moderate to high probability" of heat advisories being issued Tuesday through Friday, for afternoon heat indexes of 100 degrees or more. 

In addition to the consecutive days of 90-plus temperatures, the Weather Service said there will be an increased risk for scattered showers and thunderstorms from Thursday through Saturday.


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