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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 >

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Last Map Update: Sun, Apr 26, 2026 at 9:48:33 am CDT

There is a SLIGHT Risk of Severe Weather (level 2 of 5) for Sunday mid-morning to late afternoon across southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi. The highest threat is generally north of Interstate 10. Individual hazard threats are as follows. Wind threat: level 1 of 5. Slight risk of wind damage from winds 60+ mph. Hail threat: low, but possible isolated hail up to 1" in diameter. Tornadoes and heavy/flooding rain are not a threat. Monitor the forecast for changes. Plan ahead for where you will take shelter if needed.
Scattered showers and storms are expected Sunday, with the highest rain chances across inland areas. Conditions turn much drier Monday and Tuesday, with well above average temperatures returning and highs pushing into the upper 80s to near 90.

 


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