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Severe Weather and Heavy Rainfall Potential for the Plains; Coastal Low Across the mid-Atlantic

An upper trough and frontal boundary will focus showers and thunderstorms across portions of the Plains through this evening. A few severe thunderstorms along with heavy rainfall are expected. Meanwhile, low pressure off the Southeast Coast will bring inclement weather across the Carolina Shorelines through tonight. This system is forecast to meander off the mid-Atlantic coast early this week. Read More >

Overview

Severe thunderstorms tracked across much of eastern Iowa and northwest Illinois early Monday night. Torrential rain, numerous lightning, and widespread winds between 30 and 50 mph were common.  Downed trees and power lines were also reported, with the greatest damage seen in Oquawka, IL. 

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