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Severe Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain from the southern Plains to the Midwest; Critical Fire Weather Conditions for the southern High Plains

Severe thunderstorms are expected from the southern Plains to the Midwest this afternoon into tonight. Severe storm hazards may include very large hail, severe wind gusts, and tornadoes. Additionally, storms could produce heavy rain that may lead to flash flooding. In the southern High Plains, strong winds and low relative humidity will create Critical fire weather conditions today. Read More >

Overview

In the early afternoon of June 25, 2020, a severe thunderstorm developed over Custer. Hail reports ranged in size from peas to golf balls, and the massive amounts of hail that accumulated forced plows to clear roads. In addition, the combination of heavy rain and accumulating hail caused some flooding around Custer.

 

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