An expansive heat wave will continue to affect much of the nation for the remainder of the week.  Of note will be several hot days—especially July 25-27—in the western Corn Belt, with maximum temperatures broadly approaching or reaching the 100-degree mark.  However, temperatures in the eastern Corn Belt should remain mostly at or below 95°F.  Late in the week, cooler air should overspread the northern Plains, Midwest, and Northeast, while hot weather will linger farther south. 

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