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The latest weather forecast warned of tornado threats and severe thunderstorms that can impact portions of the eastern and central US, bringing potential travel concerns and power outages. Read here.
It's still several days away, but it looks like the ingredients for severe thunderstorms will be setting up over Arkansas around February 27th and 28th.
As the end of February nears, the Chicago area is experiencing unusually warm weather, with temps hitting highs not seen in over a century. However, a brief spell of chillier air is expected Friday and Saturday before temperatures rise again Sunday, maintaining the overall trend of above-normal readings. A significant change is on the horizon […]
Remember, a WATCH means that conditions are favorable for severe weather to occur. You should WATCH out for storms! A WARNING means the event is happening or expected to occur very soon. You should take action to protect your life and property! Here's a few safety tips to make sure you and your family stay safe as the storms move through: BEFORE THE STORMS: Think about where you will go when storms approach. Know the shelter at home, school or church.
LATEST WATCHES AND WARNINGS. LATEST TWEETS FROM THE STORMTRACK 5 WEATHER TEAM. SEVERE WEATHER SAFETY. Severe Thunderstorms produce winds of 58 mph or greater and/or at least 1" hail. It's important to protect yourself from falling trees and the dangers of lightning during severe storms. Stay off corded devices, power down electronics to protect them from a power surge and avoid traveling. Flash Flooding kills more people on average each year than any other form of severe weather.