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Back-to-Back Storms for the Center of the Nation

These storm systems will bring late season snow, sleet and ice for portions of the northern Plains, upper Midwest and Great Lakes region. Meanwhile, where temperatures are warmer, severe thunderstorms are expected for areas of the Mississippi Valley into the southern Plains. Furthermore, combination of windy and dry conditions will raise fire weather concerns for the southern High Plains. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Thu, Apr 2, 2026 at 5:22:48 pm CDT

Breezy winds, low relative humidity, and dry fuels have prompted a Red Flag Warning this afternoon and evening over southeast New Mexico. Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged.
Warm weather continues on Friday with afternoon highs in the 80s for most. Additional chances (20-60%) of showers and thunderstorms are expected across the eastern half of the region, increasing with eastward extent. A couple of storms could become strong to severe over portions of the eastern Permian Basin and Lower Trans-Pecos during the afternoon/early evening. The main threats with the strongest of storms that develop will be gusty winds and hail.

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