Tracking severe thunderstorms this 4th of July weekend

TODAY: Expect afternoon highs in the high 80s in Colorado Springs and mid 90s in Pueblo. We're tracking severe thunderstorms from the afternoon to the overnight hours bringing decent chances for damaging hail (>1") and damaging 60+ MPH gusts. Air quality is still a concern as wildfire smoke continues to spread across the region.

TOMORROW: Temperatures will be similar to Saturday. We have more afternoon and evening showers and thunderstorms in the forecast although severe weather looks more isolated.

EXTENDED: Temps stay in the high 80s and low 90s for most lower lying areas over the next several days. Storm chances spike Tuesday through Thursday with heavier rainfall possible.