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Severe Thunderstorms, Excessive Rain and Heat Hazards

A Moderate Risk of severe thunderstorms (level 4 of 5) is in the outlook across portions of the Midwest today. Damaging winds, a few tornadoes and frequent lightning with heavy rainfall are in the forecast. Meanwhile, dangerous heat across the southern Plains into the Great Lakes, mid-Atlantic and Northeast will expand into Friday. Risk for wildfires for the central Rockies and Sacramento Valley. Read More >

Overview

On February 17, 2022, several rounds of heavy rain and thunderstorms moved across the region. Rainfall of 2 to 5 inches fell in just a few hours, creating widespread flooding issues. Some of the worst flooding occurred in western Kentucky, particularly in the Mayfield area, where some homes and apartment complexes were surrounded by floodwaters.

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