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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at record high temperatures in various Pacific Northwest communities during a current heat wave in the region.

A stalled cold front is expected to bring cooler temperatures in a stretch along part of the nation’s Northern tier. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

Western areas experiencing extreme heat events face a growing threat of wildfire in coming days and throughout the summer. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says above normal temperatures for most of the country and a dividing line between below and above normal precipitation is expected for the period of June 17 – 23.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses some of the potential impacts created by a series of extreme heat events in the West, including one currently happening in the region.

An active weather system is expected to bring appreciable rain accumulations to parts of the Central U.S., and in some locales, higher levels that could raise flash flood threats. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

How does the latest in a series of Western extreme heat events over last three weeks build upon various concerns in the region? (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

What is one way to save money, time, and hassle on trips to the grocery store or supermarket? It is not ordering using an online app or delivery service. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Julie Garden-Robinson of North Dakota State University Extension

A combination of methods is needed by cattle producers to help mitigate potential impacts to their livestock associated with heat stress. (Rod Bain and Alfredo DiConstanzo of University of Nebraska Extension)

Most crops and commodities report month over month declines in drought coverage in the latest U.S. Drought Monitor. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey