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El Paso Prepares for Increased Thunderstorm Chances This Week

KVIA••Sarah Coria
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Residents of El Paso should brace for changing weather conditions as thunderstorm chances are expected to rise significantly. While today starts off calm with temperatures ranging from the upper 60s to low 70s, the afternoon will see highs reaching 98°F in El Paso and 95°F in Las Cruces. A slight chance of rain is anticipated by dinner time, estimated between 10-20%. However, the likelihood of thunderstorms will escalate to nearly 50% by tomorrow, prompting local authorities to issue a First Alert for the area.

Key Details: • Current temperatures are in the upper 60s to low 70s. • Highs today will reach 98°F in El Paso and 95°F in Las Cruces. • Expect a 10-20% chance of rain by dinner time today. • Thunderstorm chances are forecasted to increase to 50% tomorrow.

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