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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 Saturday April 25, 2026...\n ON... Apr 25, 1990 A tornado moved northeast from near Brownell KS to 15 miles north of Hays. 13 farms were damaged or destroyed, with losses totaling about $750,000. IN 1994...Strong winds of 60 to 70 mph created duststorms that reduced visibilities to near zero and damage over parts of southwest Kansas. A dust storm warning was issued which is extremely uncommon. Zero visibility in areas forced vehicles off roadways. A Kansas highway patrol spokesman was quoted as saying it was parallel to whiteout in a snowstorm.

 

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