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Severe Thunderstorms in the High Plains; Heavy Rainfall in the Mid-Atlantic

An Enhanced Risk (level 3 of 5) of severe thunderstorms is forecast across portions of the Central High Plains this afternoon. Severe wind gusts up to 70 mph and large hail will be possible. While PTC Eight has dissipated, additional heavy to excessive rainfall will be possible today across the Mid-Atlantic, especially in southeastern Virginia. Read More >

 
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