Severe Storms and Heavy Rain the Mississippi Valley and Midwest; Widespread Heat in the Central US

Severe thunderstorms and showers have the potential for large hail, a few strong tornadoes, damaging winds with gusts over 75 mph, and localized flash flooding across parts of the Mid/Upper Mississippi Valley and Midwest. A widespread heat wave will continue across the Central U.S. and Midwest today. Fire weather concerns persist in the Southwest into the central Rockies and northern California. Read More >

Second Round of Thunderstorms This Evening

Severe Weather Risk This Evening and Thursday

Storm Timing Information Through Thursday

Flood Threat Through Thursday

Severe Weather Preparedness

The next round of storms are developing in south-central Iowa and north-central Missouri and are moving to east-northeast around 40 mph. Greatest severe potential will be along and south of Highway 30 with all hazards possible. While storms to the north will be more scattered in nature, a few severe storms cannot be ruled out. Have multiple ways to receive warnings!

An Enhanced Risk (level 3 of 5) for severe weather covers much of the area through Thursday, as we're expecting three additional rounds of storms capable of producing all hazards including tornadoes, damaging winds and large hail. Be sure to have multiple ways to receive warnings and stay weather aware!

Here's a more detailed look at the anticipated timing of storms through Thursday evening, which will have the risk for severe weather. The greatest risk will be with this evening and Thursday afternoon where tornadoes, damaging winds of 70+ mph, and very large hail will be possible.

Several rounds of heavy rain are possible through Thursday, which could add up to 2-4+ inches in some areas. Areas in eastern Iowa and far northwestern Illinois has already received 0.75-1.5 inches through this afternoon. Additional rainfall could lead to flash flooding and flooding of creeks, streams, and small tributary rivers. If you live near a flood prone area, please stay weather aware!

These are some good safety tips and reminders as we head into a very active period with the potential for several rounds of severe weather through Thursday.

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Severe Storms and Heavy Rain the Mississippi Valley and Midwest; Widespread Heat in the Central US

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