severe storms slam the midwest. tornadoes, hail, rain. it's not over yet. this morning, that system moves east with illinois with millions in its path. a tx x town trying to recover from a massive explosion, the town is dealt another big blow. this one comes from the government. high-rise rescue. terrifying moments, two window washers stuck on a platform 45 stories above a manhattan street. >> not a job for me. >> they have smiles on their faces. >> because they are crazy. welcome back. this is "early start." >> we are going to begin with severe weather. extreme conditions expected to affect 74 million people across the country today. pay attention, this could be you. in colorado, unpredictable