Multiple Days of Severe Weather from Thunderstorms and Wildfires

Active spring pattern across the center of the nation with several rounds of severe thunderstorms in the forecast through the weekend. The regions under the greatest threats are the southern Plains into the Mississippi Valley. Meanwhile, dry and breezy conditions with dry fuels are aiding in wildfires across the western High Plains and the Southeast. Wind and some snow for northern Rockies. Read More >

Today's Weather Trivia

Today's Date is Thursday April 23, 2026...\n ON... Apr 23, 1989 The high of 105 degrees at Salina KS established an April record for the state of Kansas. The high of 103 degrees established the record high for the month of April at Liberal. IN 1990...In Garden City lightning struck a large tree. The explosion shattered car windows, blew open kitchen cupboards, blew out street lights, and dented a passing car.

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