A Weather Authority Alert Day has been issued for a dangerous heatwave that will begin this weekend.

Summer is heating up fast, with extreme temperatures continuing to rise and real-feel values expected to climb into the triple digits.

Dangerous heat will continue to build into Southwest Virginia for the week.

Strong Storms Develop This Afternoon

A Weather Authority Alert Day has been issued on Saturday for the potential of heavy rainfall, damaging winds, and large hail. Here is the latest outlook from the SPC:

Flood conditions possible this weekend

Get the latest weather update for Southwest and Central Virginia with WSLS's meteorologist.

Weather Authority Alert Day in effect as Arctic air mass brings frigid temperatures and negative wind chill values. Stay updated on the latest forecast.

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With a Weather Authority Alert Day issued for today, Monday, Jan. 6, our 10 News Weather Team is here to help you navigate the winter conditions. We know you might have questions about what to expect and how to prepare, and we’re ready to provide the answers you need.

Like the rest of Southwest and Central Virginia, Lynchburg is preparing to be hit by a wave of cold and icy weather. Luckily, officials are making sure that you’re prepared for the upcoming weather.

A Weather Authority Alert Day has been issued for December 29 due to the possibility of heavy thunderstorms and up to 60 MPH winds, which the NOAA classifies as damaging winds. It’s important to keep yourself safe, and make sure your outdoor belongings aren’t at risk of flying away!

Slick Conditions are Possible Sunday Morning

Wind Chill values throughout Thursday morning will reach dangerously cold levels. Both the Highlands and New River Valley Zones will dip into the single digits or below zero by 8:00AM. Roanoke, Lynchburg and Southside will still feel quite chilly feeling like widespread teens and twenties. If you must go outside in these conditions, be sure to take the necessary precautions and bundle up.

Hot and humid conditions will make it feel more than 100° outside on Wednesday & Thursday afternoon.

The Weather Authority Alert Day issued through Aug. 9 has expired.

Extremely high temperatures build across the region for Monday and Tuesday with peak heat index values in the triple digits.

The Weather Authority Alert Day issued for Wednesday, July 10 has expired.

The Weather Authority Alert Day issued for Friday, July 5 has expired.

The Weather Authority Alert Day issued for Sunday, June 30 has been lifted.

The Weather Authority Alert Day issued for Wednesday, June 26 has expired.

The Weather Authority Alert Day issued for Monday, May 27 has been lifted.

A line of strong to severe storms is forecast to move across the area starting Wednesday night

The Weather Authority Alert Day issued for Wednesday, March 20 has expired.

Our region will be getting a little mix of everything when it comes to the weather this week.

The Weather Authority Alert Day issued for Wednesday, Feb. 28 has expired.

Chief Meteorologist Jeff Haniewich gives you an update on the clipped system that's moving in to our region.

Chief Meteorologist Jeff Haniewich gives you an update on the rainy system that's moving in to our region.

As another storm system rolls into Central and Southwest Virginia, Your Local Weather Authority is working for you to keep you weather aware.

10 News has issued another Weather Authority Alert Day for Friday through Saturday for the potential for light snow/mixed precipitation and Arctic air.

Join Meteorologist Chris Michaels in an Appcast at about 7:05 a.m. as he tracks frigid temperatures, bitter cold wind chills and when we’ll finally warm up.

Your Local Weather Authority is working for you as an arctic blast continues to bring snow, ice and bitter-cold wind chills to much of Central and Southwest Virginia.

10 News has issued another Weather Authority Alert Day from Monday to Wednesday due to the potential for an impactful winter storm.

A Weather Authority Alert Day is in effect for Friday, and we’re working for you to track a strong storm system and flood potential.

We’re looking ahead to another weather event on Friday.

It’s been an eventful weather week for much of Virginia, with a large portion of our region getting hit by Tuesday’s storm.

A Weather Authority Alert Day has been issued for Tuesday and Wednesday due to the potential for localized flooding and high winds.

Meteorologist Chris Michaels will show you where roads can be slick, how strong the wind is going to get and why we should care about high pressure this week.

The Weather Authority Alert Day issued due to air quality concerns and smoky conditions across portions of Southwest Virginia has expired.

The Weather Authority Alert Day issued for Tuesday, August 15, has been lifted.

We are continuing to track severe thunderstorms across parts of our region. Chief Meteorologist Jeff Haniewich will let you know how long they’ll last.

A Weather Authority Alert Day remains in effect through mid-to-late Saturday evening. We’re continuing to track strong storms rolling through the region, and high heat. Chief Meteorologist Jeff Haniewich is here to keep you up-to-date with the latest.