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Thunderstorms and Heavy Rainfall from the Plains to the Mid-Atlantic

Severe thunderstorms producing damaging winds are most likely over parts of the Dakotas into Minnesota from this afternoon into the overnight, with other isolated storms producing hail or wind over the northern High Plains. In the Northern Plains into the Upper Great Lakes and Mid-Atlantic, heavy to excessive rain may bring flash and urban flooding through Wednesday. Read More >

A broken line of thunderstorms should move southeast into the area later Wednesday afternoon into Wednesday evening, as a cold front moves toward the area. The better chances for storms at this time looks to be north of a Madison to Sheboygan line. The main hazards are strong winds, locally heavy rainfall and cloud-to-ground lightning. Some hail may also occur. There is still some uncertainty with the timing of the storms into the area, and they may be delayed until Wednesday evening. In addition, the storms may weaken as they move southeast into the area. Keep up with the forecast if you have outdoor plans later Wednesday afternoon into Wednesday evening.
Showers and storms are expected at times across the area later Wednesday afternoon into Thursday night. Locally heavy rainfall may occur during this period, which may lead to localized flooding. Keep up with the forecast if you have outdoor plans during this period.