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Severe Weather Across the Center of the Nation; Fire Weather Concerns for Southwest and California; Snow for the Central Rockies

Severe thunderstorms will continue to impact the center of the Nation through today. Very large hail, strong tornadoes, and damaging winds are expected from the Great Lakes into the central/southern Plains; Flash flooding is possible for portions into the mid-Mississippi Valley. Critical fire weather conditions for the Southwest and central valley of California today. Winter hangs on for Rockies. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Mon, May 18, 2026 at 10:36:28 am PDT

Isolated thunderstorms are expected across northeast Washington and north Idaho Monday afternoon between 11 AM and 8 PM. Hazards include lightning, small hail, and gusty winds.

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