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Tropical Storm Arthur and Heavy Rainfall in the South; Severe Weather in the Midwest

An outbreak of severe thunderstorms is expected across portions of Illinois and Indiana tonight. Intense tornadoes, swaths of damaging gusts, and hail in excess of 2 inches in diameter possible. Tropical Storm Arthur will continue to produce strong winds across coastal Upper Texas and Louisiana tonight, as well as potentially life-threatening flooding across southern Louisiana into Mississippi. Read More >

June 8, 2018
Heavy Rain & Severe Weather


Slow-moving storms developed in a warm and humid airmass across the local area during the afternoon hours. These storms produced instances of small hail, gusty winds, and torrential rainfall. The slow movement of the storms allowed for excessive rainfall rates and numerous reports of flooding and flash flooding.