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High Risk for Severe Thunderstorms and Likely Tornadoes Today/Tonight in the Central and Southern Plains

Numerous severe thunderstorms are likely to produce multiple intense, long-track tornadoes, very large to giant hail (2 - 4 inches in diameter), and damaging winds this afternoon into tonight across parts of the southern/central Plains. A High Risk (Level 5/5) has been issued. Be prepared to take action quickly if warnings are issued for your area. Read More >

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