Though the heat won't entirely subside by the weekend, large portions of the eastern U.S. will see conditions improve over the next few days. Check the forecast before heading out at weather.gov, and if you're planning on working or playing outside in hot conditions:

This will be the last day of the heat wave as cooler and drier air will filter in behind a cold front Thursday and Friday. A Heat Advisory remains in effect for the whole area until 7 PM this evening. Check out the final briefing here: weather.gov/media/okx/DSSB…

A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for parts of CT, DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA, VA until 9 PM EDT

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After morning low clouds lift and scatter, this afternoon looks partly to mostly sunny, with near average high temperatures. There could be an afternoon shower or thunderstorm well northwest of NYC.

A Flood Watch is in effect for central and western CT. Heavy rainfall rates could bring flash flooding to parts of the state. Some thunderstorms are capable of producing a quick 2-4 inches of rainfall.

A Heat Advisory remains in effect until 10 PM tonight. Heat Index values will generally range between 95 and 100, with some spots a few degrees higher. We cool down tomorrow with highs in the 80s and lower humidity! #NYCwx #NYwx #CTwx #NJwx

Mitigation Monday 🌳 Tree trimming helps protect your home before storms by: 🌬️ Reducing falling branches 💥 Preventing limbs from breaking off 🌿 Strengthening tree health 🍃 Clearing yard debris Stay safe and prepared! 💪🏠 #MitigationMonday #StormReady #TreeCare

Keep those umbrellas ☔️ nearby this afternoon. #turnarounddontdrown Norwalk, CT Police Norwalk, CT

Hurricane season is here! Be ready by having an emergency plan, signing up for weather alerts, and knowing your evacuation routes. Remember: People not living by the coast are still at risk for wind, thunderstorms, flooding, & power outages. More: ready.gov/hurricanes.

High pressure remains in place today leading to sunshine with highs in the mid 80s to low 90s.

It's the start of #NationalPreparednessMonth and with our partners from FEMA and Readygov, we're happy to participate in the theme of "Preparedness Starts at Home." Here are some tips to start the month to help you prepare: ▶️Make a Family Plan ▶️Build a Go Kit ▶️Know Your Risk

September is National Preparedness Month, an important opportunity to consider how we can prepare for disasters and emergencies at home. Visit ready.gov/september to get started. #PreparednessStartsAtHome

Please use caution on Connecticut Ave (RT 1) by Stop and Shop due to flooding Connecticut Department of Transportation Norwalk, CT

East Ave closed from Fort Point St to Winfield St. Norwalk, CT

Norwalk has experienced flash flooding. We remind all motorists to avoid water covered roadways. Turn around, don’t drown!

A cold night, with wind chill readings down into the single digits throughout much of the area. Bundle up ! #nycwx #njwx #ctwx #nywx #liwx #hvwx

We are monitoring a growing potential for a plowable snowfall event Sunday into Monday. There is a moderate potential we could exceed 6 inches of snow from a low pressure system that will pass to our south. Monitor the forecast for changes as we approach the weekend.

[Key Messages]: A significant winter storm is likely late Saturday night into Monday. Snow may begin late Saturday night with the heaviest snow likely falling Sunday into a portion of Sunday evening. Considerable disruption to transportation and daily life is possible.