70M at Risk as Severe Storms Sweep Central US
70M at Risk as Severe Storms Sweep Central US
US · Published Apr 13, 2026
Severe storms threaten 70 million people across the central US, bringing risks of tornadoes and large hail.
The storm system expands Tuesday, affecting areas from Texas to the Great Lakes with damaging winds and isolated tornadoes.
Wednesday's storms shift to the Mississippi Valley, increasing the risk of flash flooding due to repeated downpours.
Severe weather pattern impacts central United States
A significant severe weather pattern is set to impact the central United States from Monday through Wednesday, placing more than 70 million people at risk. The National Weather Service has issued warnings for several states, urging residents to prepare for potentially life-threatening conditions.
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