Severe Weather Expected to Return to Plains and Southern States Late This Week
Severe Weather Expected to Return to Plains and Southern States Late This Week
US · Published Apr 19, 2026
Severe weather is expected to return to the Plains and Southern States later this week, bringing potential heavy rain, hail, and isolated tornadoes.
The severe weather threat will shift east and south as the week progresses, affecting areas from Texas to Missouri.
Residents are urged to stay informed, take necessary precautions, and heed warnings from the National Weather Service to ensure safety.
Plains and South brace for severe weather
The Plains and Southern States are preparing for another round of severe weather this week, following a brief respite from recent storms. The Weather Channel reports that areas from southern Iowa to Oklahoma, including Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Kansas City, and Des Moines, should prepare for potential severe weather starting Thursday. The forecast includes heavy rain, hail, and isolated tornadoes, following an active period last week with over 750 severe weather reports and 53 tornadoes on Friday alone. The National Weather Service is still assessing the exact number of tornadoes.
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