Severe Thunderstorm Risk Extends Across Midwest and Northeast
Severe Thunderstorm Risk Extends Across Midwest and Northeast
US · Published Apr 17, 2026
Severe thunderstorms are forecasted across the Midwest and Northeast, bringing risks of tornadoes, high winds, and large hail.
Following previous tornado impacts in the Upper Midwest, a broad risk zone now extends from Wisconsin to Oklahoma.
Residents are urged to stay informed, prepare emergency plans, and seek shelter during severe weather events.
Tornadoes, winds, and hail expected through weekend
A significant risk of severe thunderstorms is expected to impact the Midwest and Northeast regions of the United States through the weekend, bringing with it the potential for tornadoes, damaging winds, and large hail. This follows a series of tornadoes earlier in the week that affected the Upper Midwest and Corn Belt, causing significant damage. The most intense of these was an EF3 tornado near Hillsboro and Union Center in Wisconsin, with winds reaching 140 mph. Additionally, an EF1 tornado struck Ann Arbor, Michigan, and large hail was reported in Madison, Wisconsin.
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