This week brings risks of thunderstorms and dangerous heat as the mercury is expected to jump throughout the week.

The National Weather Service warned of potential thunderstorms developing later Monday and moving into western Kansas this evening.

There is a potential for large hail and 60 to 70 mph winds, as well as an isolated tornado. Storms are expected to most impact areas west of U.S. 83.

There is another slight risk of thunderstorms Tuesday, and then a heat wave is projected to barrel into the region.

Temperatures are expected to top out at 101 degrees on Wednesday, with highs of 100 on Thursday and 98 on Friday.

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