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A family near Lake Gaston lost their home on Independence Day when fireworks sparked a devastating fire that displaced them from their residence. It's going to be a scorcher today with the high reaching 99°F under mostly overcast skies, though air quality remains good. The Panthers take on the Bears at 1 PM if you're looking for some afternoon entertainment.

1. SUN 7/05

                
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   Overcast
   99°73°
   ▒ 26%
2. MON 7/06

                
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   Overcast
   99°73°
   ▒ 28%
3. TUE 7/07

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   Heavy showers
   93°75°
   ▒ 74%
4. WED 7/08

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   Thunderstorm w/ hail
   88°73°
   ▒ 72%
5. THU 7/09

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   Rain showers
   99°72°
   ▒ 30%
6. FRI 7/10

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   Drizzle
   97°72°
   ▒ 25%
7. SAT 7/11

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   Heavy drizzle
   93°72°
   ▒ 37%
8. SUN 7/12

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   Rain showers
   95°70°
   ▒ 32%
9. MON 7/13

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   Rain
   90°70°
   ▒ 22%
10. TUE 7/14

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    Mainly clear
    100°73°
    ▒ 12%

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8. 08
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   CBS 17 · 9h ago
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10. 10
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