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WEATHER: Record-breaking heat possible

Posted at 6:43 AM, Apr 10, 2013
and last updated 2013-04-10 06:43:56-04

RICHMOND, Va. (WTVR) - Today could be our first day to hit 90 degrees, breaking the record high for April 10 of 88 degrees set in 1922.

Our Summer-like heat-wave is the result of a broad, strong upper-level ridge over our region, which is also keeping the jet stream (and the colder air) well to our north in Canada.

Click here to read more about this week's heat.