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Will Thunderstorms Ruin Fourth of July Celebrations?
The National Weather Service-Chicago says there's a 20 percent chance of thunderstorms on Independence Day in our area.
By Rick Nagel
Will the sound of thunder drown out the explosions of fireworks? Will nature's pyrotechnics replace the man-made displays celebrating our nation's independence?
Inquiring minds want to know, and of course, there is no certain answer — only forecasts and speculation. As of Tuesday, the chances are we'll get in those celebrations in Batavia, Geneva and at Pottawatomie Park in St. Charles.
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The National Weather Service-Chicago says there's a 20 percent chance of thunderstorms for our neck of the woods come Thursday, July 4, 2013.
The day is supposed to be mostly sunny, with a high near 80 and a south southwest wind of 5 to 10 mph.
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On Thursday night, you might want a jacket, as the low temperature sneaks down to 66 degrees. There's that 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1 a.m. to consider, as well.
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