"Midwest Braces for 'Gorilla Hail' and Severe Storms"

Parts of Kansas and Missouri are bracing for "gorilla hail" the size of baseballs, with the Kansas City metro area at the center of the concern. The storm system also brings the risk of heavy rain, flash flooding, and potential tornadoes. Residents are advised to take precautions to protect themselves and their property, as the volatile weather is expected to move eastward by Thursday, with heavy rain and high winds remaining a threat through central Missouri.