Heat in the Central U.S.; Heavy Rain Possible for South Texas; Monitoring Erin Tropical Impacts

Hot temperatures are forecast over the Plains and into the lower Mississippi River Valley Friday where Heat Advisories have been issued. Heavy rain from a disturbance in the western Gulf could bring flooding to south Texas. Erin could bring tropical storm conditions and heavy rain to Puerto Rico and the USVI this weekend with dangerous surf and rip currents impacting the western Atlantic Basin. Read More >

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Weather History - May 20th

May 20th, 1965:

A tornado hit north of Frederick. On one farm, a barn and all outbuildings were destroyed, and windows exploded outward at the house. The tornado was estimated to have been on the ground for about 5 miles.

May 20th, 1974:

Softball-sized hail fell in Kennebec, Lyman County, breaking many windows in schools and other buildings.

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Heat in the Central U.S.; Heavy Rain Possible for South Texas; Monitoring Erin Tropical Impacts

This Day in Weather History: May 20th