Severe storms target South with hail, tornado threats
Severe storms target South with hail, tornado threats
US · Published Apr 22, 2026
Severe storms are forecast to impact the South from April 24-27, bringing hail, damaging winds, and possible tornadoes.
The severe weather threat will intensify over the weekend, peaking on Sunday evening before shifting east.
Residents are advised to prepare for potential flooding due to repeated heavy rainfall, especially in the mid-South.
Multi-day severe weather outbreak in the South
The southern United States is bracing for a multi-day severe weather outbreak expected to last from Friday, April 24th through Monday, April 27th. Residents across Texas, Louisiana, and Arkansas should prepare for the initial wave of storms beginning Friday, bringing the potential for large hail and damaging winds. The threat intensifies significantly on Saturday, peaking on Sunday evening with the possibility of tornadoes.
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