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Strong to Severe Thunderstorms from the Southern Plains to the Ohio Valley; Heavy Rain and Flooding in the Southern Plains

Severe thunderstorms are expected from central Texas to middle Tennessee and Kentucky this afternoon into tonight. Large hail and damaging winds are the main threats. Heavy to excessive rainfall may produce areas of flooding today and tonight from central Texas into the lower Mississippi Valley. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Fri, May 2, 2025 at 7:42:27 pm CDT

High pressure builds into the region following this morning’s heavy rainfall. This will allow for drier conditions with mostly sunny skies and afternoon temperatures in the upper 60s/ lower 70s.
After a break from the rain this weekend, another storm system will bring additional widespread precipitation to the region. Rain may be heavy and prolong current flooding concerns. Please continue to monitor forecasts.
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