Tornadoes and Flooding Threaten Central U.S. Amid Severe Storms
Severe storms are wreaking havoc across the South and Midwest, resulting in tornadoes, fatalities, and historic flooding.
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Get StartedThe potent storm system will bring “significant, life-threatening flash flooding” each day through Saturday, the National Weather Service said.
Violent storms cut through the South and Midwest, spawning tornadoes and killing 1 person
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Extreme precipitation events are becoming more common and severe due to climate change, as warmer air temperatures hold more moisture.
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It's considered rare to have the same city in at least a 3 out of 5 severe weather risk for four consecutive days, with Pine Bluff, Arkansas, having the dubious distinction.
Tornadoes, floods threaten Midwest for consecutive days as storms wallop the region and the South
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Cities close to major rivers are particularly at risk.
Map shows cities to be hit hardest by "catastrophic" atmospheric river
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Historically, the “high-risk” designation has been used sparingly, but it did appear just a couple of weeks ago to warn of a deadly tornado outbreak in mid-March.
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The forecast for heavy rain and flooding in the central U.S. over the next few days is looking dire.
Forecast calls for 'catastrophic' floods: Where will it rain the hardest?
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Severe storms will be possible for the next five days in a row — with the greatest risk Wednesday.
Millions brace for tornado outbreak and flash flooding in powerful spring storm
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The copious amount of rain in the forecast was rare, Jones said, and moisture from the Gulf was boosting the amount of precipitation the thunderstorms could release.
U.S. Weather Warning: Tornado Risk in Midwest and South
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Summary
A severe storm system is causing widespread damage and tragic loss across the U.S. South and Midwest. Tornadoes have struck multiple states, with one confirmed fatality in Missouri and reports of injuries in Kentucky and Arkansas. Over 30 tornado warnings were issued, and a rare ‘tornado emergency’ was declared in eastern Arkansas. Flooding remains a critical threat as rainfall totals are projected to exceed 15 inches in parts of the region. Authorities warn of ‘generational flooding,’ urging residents to prepare for potentially devastating impacts as severe weather is expected to persist through the week.
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A major spring storm is predicted to cause significant weather disruptions including tornadoes and historic flooding across the central U.S.
Authorities warn that rainfall could reach levels not seen in generations, with some areas expected to exceed 15 inches over the week, impacting millions of residents.
Residents in multiple states are urged to prepare for severe weather and anticipate potential evacuations or disruptions due to storms.
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