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Severe Thunderstorms in the Southern Plains; Coastal Storm to Bring Rain and Wind to New England

Severe thunderstorms are possible across parts of the southern Plains today. Large hail is the main threat, along with some damaging winds. A few instances of 2+ inch diameter hail are possible. A storm system moving north along the New England coast will bring heavy rain and gusty winds to the region through Friday. Read More >

A thunderstorm wind gust caused significant damage to the Continental, Ohio EMS Building at 1:42pm EDT May 12, 2004.  The photos below are all courtesy the Putnam County Office of Public Safety.