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Extreme wildfire risk sweeps the central U.S. as heat and gusts surge

More than 15 million people in the central U.S. are under fire-weather alerts through Friday as heat, dry air and gusty winds push wildfire risk to 'extreme,' with about 3.8 million under 'critical' conditions across CO, KS, NE, NM, OK and TX. Elevated fire weather spans nearby states; red flag warnings and fire-weather watches are in effect. A storm system delivering 50–60 mph gusts and single-digit humidity compounds a warmth surge 15–25 degrees above average, fueling rapid wildfire spread amid ongoing drought and existing blazes in FL and GA.

via CBS News|

#central-us #drought #fire-weather

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Central U.S. Braces for More Severe Weather After Tornadoes and Flooding

Forecasters warn a fresh round of severe weather is expected across the central U.S. Friday into the weekend, bringing the threat of strong tornadoes, large hail, damaging winds and flash flooding. The Upper Mississippi Valley faces the highest tornado risk, with more than 51 million people from Texas to Wisconsin under threat as communities continue to recover from recent storms. The Chicago area remains under a tornado watch, and a Saturday threat extends to Cincinnati, Cleveland, Pittsburgh and Buffalo. Michigan is dealing with record flooding and a state of emergency has been declared in 33 counties, while a cold front moving east will bring cooler air to the East next week.

via CBS News|

#central-us #flooding #severe-weather

weather1 month ago•38 min saved

Midwest braces for a week of destructive tornadoes, hail and flood threats

A multi-day severe-weather outbreak kicked off Monday across the central U.S., spawning tornadoes and baseball‑sized hail from Kansas to Wisconsin and Michigan, with power outages and flooding concerns in the Great Lakes region. Forecasts warn that Tuesday through Friday could bring more threats from Texas to the Great Lakes—supercell storms capable of EF2–EF3 tornadoes, damaging winds and large hail—followed by a cooldown and a calmer stretch starting Sunday.

via Yahoo News Australia|

#central-us #flooding #kansas

weather2 months ago•33 min saved

Central U.S. storm outbreak spurs tornado risk and giant hail

A powerful storm system is moving across the central U.S., triggering multiple tornado watches and a Level 4 of 5 risk for severe storms in northern Illinois and northwest Indiana, with the potential for EF2+ tornadoes and hail up to baseballs as the system shifts toward the Great Lakes.

via Yahoo|

#central-us #hail #midwest

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Deadly March Tornado Outbreak Ravages Michigan and Oklahoma

A multi-day outbreak of severe storms produced destructive tornadoes across the Central U.S., killing at least eight people in Michigan and Oklahoma and prompting emergency actions as authorities assess damage and warn of renewed threats into the weekend.

via Yahoo News Singapore|

#central-us #michigan #oklahoma

weather2 months ago•5 min saved

Tornadoes claim at least four lives as Michigan storms rattle the central U.S.

Powerful storms ripped through Michigan, causing at least four deaths and more than a dozen injuries with tornado warnings and widespread damage across Branch and Cass counties as the system traveled from the Plains to the Midwest. Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer activated the State Emergency Operations Center and officials warned of outages and disrupted travel, while other central U.S. states faced ongoing severe weather risks.

via CBS News|

#central-us #fatalities #michigan

weather6 months ago•1 min saved

November Brings Warmer, Drier Weather After October's Cool and Wet Conditions

After an unusually mild October, models suggest a shift towards a wintry pattern in mid-November, with the potential for snow and rain in the central U.S. due to disrupted jet stream patterns and cold air systems from Siberia.

via Bring Me The News|

#central-us #november #storm

natural-disasters2 years ago•6 min saved

Tornadoes Ravage Central U.S., Leaving 19 Dead

At least 19 people have died and over 100 have been injured as tornadoes and severe storms ravaged central U.S. states, including Arkansas, Texas, and Kentucky. The storms caused extensive damage, destroying homes and infrastructure, and prompted multiple states to declare emergencies. The National Weather Service confirmed several tornadoes, and severe weather is expected to continue affecting the Midwest and East Coast.

via NBC News|

#central-us #death-toll #emergency-response

weathernatural-disasters2 years ago•3 min saved

Severe Weather Forces Gazebo Festival Cancellation in Kentucky

At least 18 people have died across four states due to severe tornadoes and storms in the central US, with the Storm Prediction Center warning of more violent weather. The hazardous conditions led to the cancellation of Jack Harlow's inaugural Gazebo Festival in Kentucky, with refunds being issued to ticket holders.

via Hindustan Times|

#central-us #death-toll #festival-cancellation

weather2 years ago•5 min saved

"Memorial Day Tornadoes Cause Injuries and Damage in Texas and Oklahoma"

At least 18 people, including four children, have died across four states due to tornadoes and severe storms that struck the central US over Memorial Day weekend. Millions remain under threat from large hail, damaging winds, and more tornadoes, with significant damage reported in Texas, Arkansas, Kentucky, and Oklahoma. President Biden has been briefed, and several states have declared emergencies. The storms are expected to continue moving east, bringing further severe weather and potential disruptions.

via CNN|

#central-us #death-toll #memorial-day-weekend

weather2 years ago•2 min saved

"Central U.S. Braces for Multiday Severe Storm Threat"

A large storm system is expected to bring severe thunderstorms and possible tornadoes to the central U.S. from Monday night through Wednesday, with Kansas and Nebraska facing the highest risk on Monday evening. The storm could then move into the Mississippi Valley, Great Lakes, and Ohio Valley areas, posing a threat of significant hail and tornado potential. Tornado scientist Harold Brooks noted that late April to mid-May is when the strongest tornadoes typically occur, and there is uncertainty in predicting tornado seasons. Some scientists believe that tornadoes in the U.S. have been shifting towards states along the Mississippi River and farther east, possibly due to climate change causing drier conditions in the western Great Plains.

via PBS NewsHour|

#central-us #national-weather-service #severe-thunderstorms

weather2 years ago•2 min saved

"Potential Severe Weather Threat Looms for Heartland Next Week"

A significant severe weather threat is expected to impact the central US early next week, with millions at risk of destructive wind gusts, hail, and tornadoes. The severe thunderstorm threat is forecast to develop from Texas to Iowa on Monday, with a Level 3 of 5 risk in place. The greatest threat for tornadoes may center around Oklahoma, and storms are expected to expand in scope and strength into Monday night, reaching parts of Nebraska, Iowa, Missouri, and Arkansas. The severe setup may also produce heavy rainfall and gusty winds, with potential flooding issues and an increased risk of wildfire spread in certain areas.

via CNN|

#central-us #midwest #severe-weather

natural-disasters2 years ago•3 min saved

"Central US Braces for Critical Wildfire Threat Amid Hurricane-Force Winds and Dry Conditions"

Hurricane-force winds and dry conditions are creating critical fire danger across the Central United States, leading to power outages, tree damage, travel disruptions, and blowing dust. Over 10 million people are under red flag warnings, with firefighters battling wildfires in Oklahoma amid winds as strong as 60 mph. The National Weather Service warns of an extreme fire weather threat driven by gusty, dry air and ongoing drought, while emergency responses have been activated in Kansas, Texas, and Oklahoma to address the wildfire risk.

via CNN|

#central-us #emergency-response #fire-threat

weather2 years ago•1 min saved

"Central US Braces for Critical Fire Risks and Severe Weather Threat"

A large storm system is set to bring high winds, fire threats, and severe weather to the central United States this weekend, affecting nearly 30 million people across 12 states. Wind alerts are in effect from North Dakota to Texas, with gusts expected to exceed 40 mph and reach up to 80 mph in some areas. Over 3 million people in five states are facing critical fire weather conditions, prompting power shutdowns and event cancellations in Colorado. Severe thunderstorms, including damaging winds, large hail, and tornadoes, are forecast for the Heartland on Saturday, with the potential for severe weather in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana on Monday.

via ABC News|

#central-us #fire-weather #high-winds

weather2 years ago•3 min saved

"Severe Storms Pummel North Texas with Tennis Ball-Sized Hail: Live Updates"

A powerful storm system brought tornadoes, heavy rainfall, and tennis ball-sized hail to the central United States, with more than 8 million Americans under warnings for severe weather. Damage to houses, trees, and power lines has been reported from Texas to Kentucky, with residents sharing videos of cracked windshields and hail the size of a person's palm. The severe storms are expected to continue, with more than 50 million Americans facing the threat of severe weather this week, including risks of tornadoes, flooding, and snowstorms sweeping across the central and eastern US.

via The Independent|

#central-us #hail-storms #ohio-valley