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Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain in the Mid-South; Heat Continues in the Southeast and Southwest

Severe thunderstorms and heavy rain are expected across portions of the mid-Mississippi Valley into the Ohio Valley and portions of Arizona. Dangerous heat persists in the South and Southeast while building into the Southwest. Overnight lows will be so warm that, when combined with oppressive dew points, little-to-no relief from the scorching daytime highs will be available. Read More >

Overview

A powerful storm system brought widespread and locally heavy rain to the area, along with damaging gradient and thunderstorm winds throughout the day on Saturday January 11, 2020. At one point on Saturday afternoon, there were more than 43000 power outages across the region. Widespread 40-60 MPH winds occurred across the region in and outside of storms, and through several waves during the day. This page is under construction, so check back periodically as content is added. 

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Straight-line wind damage at White Hall just northwest of Richmond, KY

 

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Widespread 40-60 MPH winds occurred across the region in and outside of storms and through several waves during the day. A damaged barn roof in Madison County A collapsed barn in Madison County A moblle home was overturned by 80 mph winds in eastern Madison County. 3 minor injuries occurred.