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Tornado warnings spread as severe storms sweep Chicagoland

Severe storms swept through Chicagoland Friday evening, triggering multiple tornado warnings and severe thunderstorm warnings across several counties. The main threats are damaging winds, large hail and the potential for tornadoes, with localized flooding possible as rivers rise. The Chicago area sits in a Level 3 out of 5 risk for severe weather, with activity expected roughly from 5 p.m. to midnight as storms move west to east. Utilities prepared crews for possible outages, and a cooler, drier weekend is forecast afterward.

via FOX 32 Chicago|

#chicago-area #damaging-winds #flooding

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Midwest Braces for Days of Severe Storms and Tornado Warnings

A line of powerful storms swept the central United States, triggering tornado watches and warnings from Texas to the Great Lakes, after a tornado struck Ottawa, Kansas. Forecasters warn of several days of severe weather across the region, with watches issued for Iowa, Minnesota and Wisconsin and a flash flood warning in Green Bay as conditions stay volatile.

via The New York Times|

#kansas #midwest #severe-weather

local2 months ago•21 min saved

Central Virginia braces for Monday storms as schools close

Schools across Central Virginia began closing ahead of Monday’s severe weather, as ABC13 issued a Weather Alert Day amid forecasts of strong storms and the possibility of tornado warnings.

via WSET|

#central-virginia #closures #local

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Indiana Storms Bring Hail, Trigger Tornado Watches Across Central Region

A line of severe storms moved through central Indiana, bringing hail and damaging winds and prompting tornado watches for Marion County and nearby counties, with a confirmed tornado west of Bloomington and multiple tornado warnings in Morgan, Bartholomew, Johnson, and Shelby counties. After the system passes, cooler temperatures and a chance of Sunday snow are expected.

via IndyStar|

#hail #indiana #severe-weather

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Tropical Depression Chantal Causes Flooding and Tornado Warnings in NC and SC

Tropical Storm Chantal is bringing heavy rain, flooding, and tornado warnings to central North Carolina, with significant rainfall expected and flood watches in effect, as the storm weakens after landfall in South Carolina.

via ABC11|

#flooding #heavy-rain #north-carolina

weather1 year ago•4 min saved

"Tornado Warnings and Severe Storms Hit Chicago"

Severe thunderstorms are moving from northern Illinois toward southwest Michigan, with tornado warnings and high wind gusts up to 80 mph. The National Weather Service has issued multiple warnings for counties in both states, and the MLive weather team is providing continuous updates as the storms progress.

via MLive.com|

#illinois #michigan #national-weather-service

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"Tornadoes Ravage Maryland, Causing Injuries and Widespread Damage"

More than 25 tornado warnings were issued in Maryland on Wednesday evening as supercells produced multiple tornadoes across the region, affecting areas from Leesburg to Baltimore in one of the most significant tornado events in years.

via The Washington Post|

#maryland #severe-weather #storms

weather2 years ago•2 min saved

"Tornadoes and Severe Weather Batter St. Louis Area"

The St. Louis area experienced severe weather on Sunday evening, with a storm system bringing tornado warnings, heavy rain, and significant hail accumulation. Various locations reported hail of different sizes, and there was damage to infrastructure such as retaining walls.

via KTVI Fox 2 St. Louis|

#hail #severe-weather #st-louis

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"Severe Storms Ravage Southern States, Leaving Thousands Without Power"

Strong storms with torrential rain, hail, and tornado warnings have caused flooding, hazardous road conditions, and power outages affecting over 200,000 people in the Southern United States. Over 239,000 customers are without power, with Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi, and Florida being the most affected. Heavy rain and flash flood warnings are prevalent, with millions under flood and tornado watches. The severe weather is expected to continue, posing risks of damaging winds and tornadoes, with the Ohio Valley, Southeast, and northern Florida facing continued threats on Thursday.

via NBC News|

#flooding #power-outages #southern-united-states

weathernatural-disasters2 years ago•4 min saved

Severe Storms and Flooding Cause Damage in Greater Cincinnati

Greater Cincinnati experienced severe storms and floods, leading to damages to homes, cars, and neighborhoods. Multiple tornado warnings were issued, and some residents are cleaning up after flooding damaged their properties. The storms caused power outages, knocked down power lines, and led to the closure of a major highway. The historic Kirker Bridge near West Union was also destroyed.

via WKRC TV Cincinnati|

#cincinnati #damages #floods

weather2 years ago•1 min saved

"Ohio Braces for Severe Weather: Flood Risk and Tornado Threat Loom"

Tornado warnings and watches have expired in some counties, but a Flash Flood Warning is in effect for Carroll and Tuscarawas counties. Lingering showers and drizzle are expected overnight and into tomorrow, with a flooding threat remaining. Temperatures will be mild overnight before cooler air moves in, bringing spotty showers and drizzle throughout the day. Breezy conditions will make it feel cooler, with temperatures falling into the low 40s and 30s tomorrow night.

via WJW FOX 8 News Cleveland|

#flash-flood-warning #flood-watch #severe-weather

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"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

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"Tornado Warnings and Watches Across Central Ohio"

Tornado warnings have been issued for several central Ohio counties, with a tornado watch in effect for multiple counties until midnight. Severe thunderstorm warnings are also in place for some areas. The weather forecast includes the possibility of strong to severe storms with threats of damaging winds, heavy rainfall, hail, and an isolated tornado. Showers and storms are expected to continue before tapering off overnight, with temperatures dropping and skies clearing by Friday.

via NBC4 WCMH-TV|

#central-ohio #national-weather-service #severe-thunderstorm-warnings

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"Midwest Under Siege: Severe Hail and Tornado Threats Hit Kansas and Missouri"

Severe thunderstorms in Kansas and Missouri are bringing massive hail, with some chunks described as the size of apples, softballs, or baseballs. The National Weather Service issued warnings for the Kansas City metro area and areas around Topeka, with traffic on Interstate 70 coming to a standstill due to falling hail. The predicted hail, dubbed "gorilla hail," has the potential to be as big as a baseball and poses a significant risk of damage, especially to cars. Tornado warnings and a risk of flash flooding are also in effect, with heavy rain and high winds expected to continue through northeastern Texas and central Missouri.

via The Associated Press|

#hail #kansas #missouri

weather2 years ago•1 min saved

"Preparing for Severe Weather: Overnight Storms and Tornado Warnings"

A strong line of thunderstorms brought tornado warnings to several central Ohio counties early Wednesday, causing school delays and power outages. The storms are expected to continue through the morning before pushing off to the southeast by late-morning to early-afternoon. Falling temperatures and windy conditions are anticipated for the afternoon, with clearing skies and cooler temperatures on Thursday. A warming trend is forecasted for the weekend, with highs reaching the upper 60s by Sunday.

via NBC4 WCMH-TV|

#columbus #ohio #thunderstorms