"Central US Braces for Multiday Severe Storms and Tornado Threat"

The Midwest is preparing for severe thunderstorms, possible tornadoes, and destructive winds on Monday and Tuesday, with a wide area from northern Texas to South Dakota at risk. Over 1.5 million residents of Nebraska and Kansas are under an enhanced risk, while more than 12 million people in Oklahoma, Missouri, and northern Texas face a slight risk. The storm system could bring large hail, damaging winds, and potential tornadoes, with the threat extending to the Ohio Valley and Mid-Atlantic. Additionally, high winds increase the risk of wildfires in parts of the Southwest and the Plains.