FIRST ALERT FORECAST: Storm percentages increasing as temps could hit 120 by Friday

Storm chances continue to increase for both Imperial and Yuma Counties, and temps could hit 120 to kick off the weekend

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - Strong high pressure will continue to hover over the region with Excessive Heat persisting the next several days.

Scattered afternoon thunderstorm development will also continue over higher terrain areas with the main impacts in lower elevation communities being strong, gusty winds and blowing dust.

However, an area of low pressure will migrate northward out of Mexico over the weekend bringing significantly increased chances of thunderstorms and cooler temperatures to the entire area.