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Tropical Storm Chantal is bringing heavy rain, flooding, and tornado warnings to central North Carolina, with significant rainfall expected and flood watches in effect, as the storm weakens after landfall in South Carolina.
Severe thunderstorms are moving from northern Illinois toward southwest Michigan, with tornado warnings and high wind gusts up to 80 mph. The National Weather Service has issued multiple warnings for counties in both states, and the MLive weather team is providing continuous updates as the storms progress.
More than 25 tornado warnings were issued in Maryland on Wednesday evening as supercells produced multiple tornadoes across the region, affecting areas from Leesburg to Baltimore in one of the most significant tornado events in years.
The St. Louis area experienced severe weather on Sunday evening, with a storm system bringing tornado warnings, heavy rain, and significant hail accumulation. Various locations reported hail of different sizes, and there was damage to infrastructure such as retaining walls.
Strong storms with torrential rain, hail, and tornado warnings have caused flooding, hazardous road conditions, and power outages affecting over 200,000 people in the Southern United States. Over 239,000 customers are without power, with Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi, and Florida being the most affected. Heavy rain and flash flood warnings are prevalent, with millions under flood and tornado watches. The severe weather is expected to continue, posing risks of damaging winds and tornadoes, with the Ohio Valley, Southeast, and northern Florida facing continued threats on Thursday.
Greater Cincinnati experienced severe storms and floods, leading to damages to homes, cars, and neighborhoods. Multiple tornado warnings were issued, and some residents are cleaning up after flooding damaged their properties. The storms caused power outages, knocked down power lines, and led to the closure of a major highway. The historic Kirker Bridge near West Union was also destroyed.
Tornado warnings and watches have expired in some counties, but a Flash Flood Warning is in effect for Carroll and Tuscarawas counties. Lingering showers and drizzle are expected overnight and into tomorrow, with a flooding threat remaining. Temperatures will be mild overnight before cooler air moves in, bringing spotty showers and drizzle throughout the day. Breezy conditions will make it feel cooler, with temperatures falling into the low 40s and 30s tomorrow night.
A powerful storm system brought tornadoes, heavy rainfall, and tennis ball-sized hail to the central United States, with more than 8 million Americans under warnings for severe weather. Damage to houses, trees, and power lines has been reported from Texas to Kentucky, with residents sharing videos of cracked windshields and hail the size of a person's palm. The severe storms are expected to continue, with more than 50 million Americans facing the threat of severe weather this week, including risks of tornadoes, flooding, and snowstorms sweeping across the central and eastern US.
Tornado warnings have been issued for several central Ohio counties, with a tornado watch in effect for multiple counties until midnight. Severe thunderstorm warnings are also in place for some areas. The weather forecast includes the possibility of strong to severe storms with threats of damaging winds, heavy rainfall, hail, and an isolated tornado. Showers and storms are expected to continue before tapering off overnight, with temperatures dropping and skies clearing by Friday.
Severe thunderstorms in Kansas and Missouri are bringing massive hail, with some chunks described as the size of apples, softballs, or baseballs. The National Weather Service issued warnings for the Kansas City metro area and areas around Topeka, with traffic on Interstate 70 coming to a standstill due to falling hail. The predicted hail, dubbed "gorilla hail," has the potential to be as big as a baseball and poses a significant risk of damage, especially to cars. Tornado warnings and a risk of flash flooding are also in effect, with heavy rain and high winds expected to continue through northeastern Texas and central Missouri.
A strong line of thunderstorms brought tornado warnings to several central Ohio counties early Wednesday, causing school delays and power outages. The storms are expected to continue through the morning before pushing off to the southeast by late-morning to early-afternoon. Falling temperatures and windy conditions are anticipated for the afternoon, with clearing skies and cooler temperatures on Thursday. A warming trend is forecasted for the weekend, with highs reaching the upper 60s by Sunday.
Power outages have been reported across South Georgia following tornado warnings, with around 400 people without power in Southwest and Southeast Georgia, and about 1,297 without power in Lowndes County.
Severe weather, including heavy rain, lightning, and damaging winds, slammed Central Florida, prompting multiple tornado warnings and leaving a trail of damage. A family in Belleview narrowly escaped harm when an enormous oak tree crashed through their bedroom during the storm. The American Red Cross provided them with temporary lodging, but with no insurance on their home, they are seeking a long-term solution. Governor Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency in 49 counties across Florida in preparation for the severe weather.
A strong storm system is moving across Georgia, bringing heavy rains, damaging winds, and the possibility of tornadoes. More than 100 school systems have modified schedules, with many closing or switching to virtual learning. Tornado warnings have been issued for various counties in southeast Georgia, with reports of storm damage emerging. The National Weather Service has also issued tornado warnings for areas in Florida. Residents are advised to stay updated on weather alerts and take necessary precautions.
Severe storms, tornado warnings, and power outages hit Raleigh, Durham, and Fayetteville, prompting school closures and delayed openings. Duke Energy is on standby for potential power outages, with thousands already affected. Flash flood and severe thunderstorm warnings have been issued for various counties, with wind gusts up to 70 mph. A person died and two others are critically injured in Claremont, North Carolina. The National Weather Service has extended a wind advisory and expanded a tornado watch for central North Carolina.