Warm Spring Afternoon; Showers & Storms Possible Sunday Night In Maryland The weather forecast for Maryland indicates a warm spring afternoon with the potential for showers and storms developing late Sunday night into early Monday morning. Temperatures are expected to remain above average, creating favorable conditions for outdoor activities, including a baseball game in Baltimore. While today’s event is an exhibition match, the Orioles’ home opener is set to take place just four days from now. Meteorologists have issued a SLIGHT risk (2 out of 5) for severe thunderstorms, indicating that storms are likely but not imminent. The Storm Prediction Center has placed parts of the region under this risk, with most storm activity anticipated to remain in southern Pennsylvania. However, a few thunderstorms could extend into Maryland, prompting residents to prepare for possible disruptions. The weather pattern is expected to fluctuate throughout the week as spring transitions into more active seasonal conditions. A 10-day temperature trend highlights the variability, with milder air returning by Thursday, which is projected to be ideal for the Orioles’ Opening Day. Other local news includes updates on the closure of Harborplace, a downtown Baltimore landmark, which is set to conclude its 46-year operation after the spring and summer season. Additionally, a 58-year-old man was found dead in a car on South Stricker Street, and authorities are investigating the incident. Meanwhile, a three-year delay in obtaining permits has stalled the rehabilitation of a vacant property in West Baltimore. Separate from these developments, a police shooting in Fairfax County involved an officer fatally shooting a man who had stabbed his family members.#maryland #storm_prediction_center #baltimore #harborplace #fairfax_county
Sunday's Severe Weather Threats: High Winds and Storms Expected Severe weather is expected to intensify Sunday evening and into the overnight hours, with high wind warnings and storm activity impacting Kentuckiana. A Wind Advisory has been issued for all counties in the region from 11 a.m. Sunday to 8 a.m. Monday, marking an extended period for such alerts. Winds are projected to peak in the late afternoon and early evening, with gusts reaching up to 45 mph. After the storms pass, winds will still gust around 30 mph through Monday morning. Storms are anticipated to move into western counties after most people have finished dinner, with a likely start time between 8 and 10 p.m. The timing could shift, so updates are expected over the next 24 hours. The storms are expected to strengthen as they approach the region and gradually weaken as they move across the area. Louisville is likely to see storms arrive between 10 p.m. and midnight, with potential for winds exceeding 60 mph and tornadoes. Storms are expected to exit the eastern part of the viewing area around 1-3 a.m. Following the storms, a cold air surge could bring a brief transition to snow, though the model predicting this is more intense than others. Some elevated areas might see a layer of snow late Sunday night or early Monday. The Storm Prediction Center has placed most of Kentuckiana under an Enhanced Risk (3/5) for severe weather, with damaging winds and a few tornadoes (or less) alongside heavy rain as the most likely scenario. Wind gusts of 60-70 mph are expected in many areas, based on data showing hurricane-force winds at 850mb (about one mile above ground). The combination of strong wind speeds and directional shear in the atmosphere could allow tornadoes to form within the storm line.#national_weather_service #storm_prediction_center #louisville #kentuckiana #grayson_county
Chicago Weather: Severe Storms and Snow Expected Tonight A cold front is moving through Chicagoland today, rapidly lowering temperatures from the 60s into the 30s. Strong to severe thunderstorms are anticipated this afternoon and evening, with the highest risk for severe weather between 4 PM and 9 PM. The Storm Prediction Center has placed most of the region under a Slight Risk, which is the second level out of five. While damaging wind gusts are the primary concern, an isolated tornado cannot be ruled out. The most significant threat for severe storms is near and south of I-80. Following the thunderstorms, the weather will shift to wintry conditions. Rain is expected to transition to snow tonight, with impacts on Monday’s morning commute. A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for McHenry, Lake, DeKalb, Kane, DuPage, northern Cook, LaSalle, and Kendall Counties. The advisory covers 1–3 inches of snow and wind gusts up to 45 mph, effective from 10 PM tonight through 1 PM on Monday. Monday will be cold and windy, with high temperatures in the 30s at midnight, dropping to the 20s by daybreak. Temperatures will remain in the lower 20s throughout the day, with wind chills in the single digits. On-and-off snow will continue through Monday evening. Temperatures will plummet into the single digits near 10 degrees Monday night and early Tuesday, with wind chills likely dropping below zero by Tuesday morning. Partly to mostly cloudy skies are expected on Tuesday, with highs in the low to mid-20s. Warmer air is set to arrive by Wednesday, with highs in the upper 30s to near 40 degrees. There is a chance of light snow in the morning, but skies will clear during the day with some sunshine in the afternoon.#chicago #storm_prediction_center #i_80 #winter_weather_advisory #mc_henry
Severe Storms Expected in Midwest and Southeast Today A new round of severe weather is forecast to impact parts of the South, Midwest, and East through Monday, with damaging winds and a few tornadoes possible from Texas to the East Coast. This event marks the third severe storm outbreak of the month, affecting regions that have already experienced repeated severe weather from earlier outbreaks on March 5-8 and March 10-12. The latest storm system is occurring on the warm side of an upper Midwest blizzard, named Winter Storm Iona by The Weather Channel. While previous outbreaks featured strong tornadoes, this event is expected to emphasize damaging winds over tornado activity. Severe thunderstorms are forming as a squall line stretching from the Midwest to the South, with winds exceeding 75 mph anticipated within the line. The highest risk for damaging winds spans from Evansville, Indiana, to west of Memphis, Tennessee. Some tornadoes, including a few EF2 or greater, are also possible. Current tornado watches include: Northeastern Louisiana to southwestern Indiana until 11 p.m. CDT Central Illinois until 10 p.m. CDT Northeastern Texas to the Arkansas-Missouri border until 9 p.m. CDT Southern Missouri to southwestern Illinois until 8 p.m. CDT By Sunday night, the squall line will move eastward across the Ohio Valley, lower Mississippi Valley, and Tennessee Valley, extending into the easternmost areas of the severe weather threat map. As a cold front from the Great Lakes low-pressure system advances east, damaging winds are expected to spread across much of the East, from north Florida to the Northeast, on Monday. NOAA’s Storm Prediction Center has highlighted the mid-Atlantic states to the Carolinas as the area with the highest severe weather risk.#storm_prediction_center #midwest #weather_channel #noaa #southeast
Tornado Watch issued for Mobile County, expansion to Northwest Florida expected A tornado watch has been issued for Mobile County, with the area expanding to include parts of Northwest Florida until 7 a.m. on Thursday. The Storm Prediction Center has placed the region under a Slight Risk (Level 2 of 5) for severe weather due to a line of severe thunderstorms developing to the west and moving toward the Gulf Coast. The storm system is organized along a cold front stretching from the Midwest into Texas, with a surge of warm, humid Gulf air ahead of the system fueling thunderstorms over Louisiana. These storms are expected to strengthen and move east overnight, posing threats of damaging wind gusts up to 70 mph and the potential for a few tornadoes, some of which could be strong. The timing of the storms indicates that the strongest part of the line will push east into Northwest Florida between 2 a.m. and 5 a.m. Thursday, with storms moving into southwest Alabama around midnight. While heavy rainfall is possible, the fast-moving nature of the storms is expected to limit overall flooding risks. Residents in coastal Alabama and Northwest Florida are urged to stay weather aware overnight and ensure they have multiple ways to receive warnings in case severe storms develop. The tornado watch covers counties shaded in yellow, with the entire WEAR viewing area under a level 2/5 severe storm risk. The Storm Prediction Center has highlighted the region’s vulnerability to severe weather, emphasizing the need for preparedness as the storm system progresses.#alabama #storm_prediction_center #gulf_coast #mobile_county #northwest_florida
Severe Storms Possible Across Central Alabama Tonight; Damaging Winds, Isolated Tornadoes Strong to severe thunderstorms are expected to move across Central Alabama Wednesday night into early Thursday morning, bringing the potential for damaging winds, hail, and a few isolated tornadoes. The Storm Prediction Center has placed much of Central Alabama under a Level 1 to Level 2 risk for severe weather, indicating a marginal to slight chance of significant storms. Forecasters predict a cold front moving in from the west will bring a line of storms into northwest Alabama late this afternoon, around 3 to 4 p.m., before pushing southward through the evening and overnight hours. The primary threats include damaging straight-line winds, a few isolated tornadoes, and brief, minor flooding from heavy downpours. ABC 33/40 Chief Meteorologist James Spann emphasized the need for reliable weather alerts, recommending a NOAA Weather Radio and the Alabama Weather Network app. Storms are expected to exit southeast Alabama by around 8 a.m. Thursday. In addition to the severe weather threat, heavy rainfall could lead to localized flooding, particularly in areas that received 1 to 3 inches of rain earlier this week. Most locations are forecasted to receive 1 to 2 inches of rain, though some communities could see over 2 inches. The Weather Prediction Center has placed much of the region in a Level 1 out of 4 risk for excessive rainfall. While widespread flooding is not expected, brief issues may develop in areas with poor drainage. After the storms move out, much cooler air will settle into Alabama. Highs on Thursday will be about 20 degrees cooler than Wednesday, with temperatures in the 50s across North Alabama.#storm_prediction_center #central_alabama #abc_33_40 #james_spann #weather_prediction_center
Weather Impact Alert: Severe Storms Expected Overnight Damaging wind gusts are expected overnight Wednesday and into Thursday morning as a tornado watch remains in effect for areas south of Atlanta, spanning central and southern Georgia. The affected counties include Butts, Clayton, Coweta, Fayette, Heard, Henry, Jasper, Lamar, Meriwether, Monroe, Morgan, Newton, Pike, Putnam, Rockdale, and Spalding, with the warning in place until 8 a.m. A weather impact alert has been issued for a cold front moving through the region late Wednesday evening into early Thursday. This front is expected to bring a line of showers and thunderstorms, with storms already active in Alabama and Mississippi showing potential for severe weather as they move eastward into Georgia. Forecasters anticipate the storms to reach the metro Atlanta area between 3 a.m. and 6 a.m. Despite the weakening of the cold front, atmospheric instability is likely to sustain some storm strength as they progress. The Storm Prediction Center has elevated much of north and west Georgia, including Atlanta, to a Level 1 out of 5 Marginal Risk for severe weather. The primary threat involves damaging wind gusts, though hail and an isolated brief tornado cannot be ruled out. The marginal risk area extends southwest along the Georgia-Alabama state line and down past Columbus. Forecast models suggest the storm line could briefly intensify later in the evening as an upper atmospheric disturbance moves across the Gulf states, pushing the storms eastward. The Storm Prediction Center has expanded the Level 2 risk zone to parts of west Georgia. As the storm system moves south and east overnight, it is expected to gradually weaken due to less favorable atmospheric conditions across central and north Georgia.#atlanta #georgia #cold_front #storm_prediction_center #tornado_watch
Strong thunderstorms are expected to impact south-central Pennsylvania on Wednesday, with the potential for heavy rain, lightning, and gusty winds. The National Weather Service has classified Wednesday as an "Impact Day," indicating weather conditions that could disrupt daily routines. The primary threat window for severe storms is between 1 p.m. and 11 p.m., with scattered thunderstorms likely to develop across the region. Wednesday morning will feature a few rain showers, but the main activity is expected in the afternoon as thunderstorms move into the Susquehanna Valley from west to east. These storms could range from strong to severe, with the possibility of damaging wind gusts, frequent lightning, and brief heavy downpours. A brief respite from rain may occur in the early evening, but a cold front moving through later in the day will bring another round of scattered showers and thunderstorms, with isolated severe storms possible. Overnight into Thursday morning, showers and thunderstorms may linger, but temperatures will drop significantly behind the cold front. Highs on Thursday are projected to fall into the upper 40s, with lows in the upper 20s. The cold air will bring blustery winds, marking a sharp contrast to the warm conditions earlier in the week. The Storm Prediction Center has placed the entire Susquehanna Valley under a Slight Risk (Level 2 of 5) for strong to severe thunderstorms. This risk is driven by a strong cold front interacting with powerful upper-level winds, creating unstable conditions. While the likelihood of tornadoes and large hail remains low, these threats cannot be entirely ruled out. Temperatures on Tuesday night will remain in the low 50s, with increasing cloud cover. Wednesday’s highs are expected to reach the low to mid-70s, nearing the record high of 76 degrees set in 2021.#national_weather_service #storm_prediction_center #susquehanna_valley #storm_team
Severe weather, including tornadoes, hail, and strong winds, is expected to impact Michiana late Tuesday as a Level 3 risk has been issued by the Storm Prediction Center. The weather system will bring significant changes to the region’s conditions, with a cold front moving in later in the day. The day begins dry with scattered clouds, but temperatures will rise to the upper 60s and near 70 degrees. However, a cold front is set to arrive in the late afternoon, prompting the development of storms as early as 5 p.m. Rain and thunderstorms are anticipated to intensify around 8 p.m., with widespread activity continuing into early Wednesday morning. These storms may produce gusty winds and heavy rainfall, leading to localized flooding concerns. The Storm Prediction Center has placed the entire area under a Level 3 risk, indicating a high likelihood of severe weather. Key threats include tornado potential and large hail. Residents are urged to stay informed through multiple warning channels, such as the Storm Alert Weather App, which provides real-time alerts and radar tracking. Rain is expected to persist through Wednesday, with totals likely exceeding 1 inch in many areas. Temperatures will drop significantly, with highs in the upper 50s early Wednesday and colder air settling in by midday, pushing temperatures into the 40s. The week ahead will feature cooler conditions, with daily rain chances and the possibility of snowflakes mixing in. Emergency management officials emphasize the importance of preparedness, urging residents to review safety plans and stay updated on weather developments. A statewide tornado drill is also scheduled for Tuesday as part of Severe Weather Preparedness Week.#storm_prediction_center #michiana #storm_alert_weather_app #severe_weather_preparedness_week #tornado_drill
Warm Tuesday forecast, then strong to severe storms Cloud cover returns to the Tri-State region today, but temperatures continue to rise despite the overcast skies. Morning conditions feature scattered light showers, with temperatures starting in the low 60s. The sky remains mostly cloudy throughout the day, with winds blowing from the southwest at 10 mph. By 4 p.m., temperatures are projected to reach 74 degrees, slightly below the record high of 77 degrees set in 2009. Severe weather is expected to develop late Tuesday night and into Wednesday morning. While the likelihood of rain is not guaranteed for the entire area, storms that do form could bring large hail. The Storm Prediction Center has placed the region in a "marginal risk" category for severe storms overnight. Wednesday brings a higher chance of significant weather activity. The Storm Prediction Center has upgraded the risk to "slight" for severe storms, which may include large hail, damaging wind gusts, and isolated tornadoes. Scattered thunderstorms are possible in the early morning hours, with intermittent breaks in the rain. However, new storms are expected to regroup and intensify in the early to mid-afternoon. Storms developing after 1 p.m. are likely to be more severe, moving eastward across the Tri-State from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. High temperatures on Wednesday are expected to remain near 74 degrees, even with the increased cloud cover and rainfall. Winds will shift to the southwest at 20 mph on Wednesday. A cooler air mass will follow the storm system, bringing temperatures back to seasonal averages by Thursday. Thursday morning is forecast to start at 36 degrees, warming to 49 degrees by afternoon with partly cloudy skies.#tristate_region #storm_prediction_center #duke_energy #wcpo #first_warning_weather_team
First Alert Day Friday: Thunderstorms are likely A First Alert Day for thunderstorms has been issued for Friday, with heavy rain expected to be the primary threat throughout the day. Late evening storms could reach strong to severe levels, though the overall severe storm threat remains conditional due to the position of the warm front. The Storm Prediction Center has maintained a level 1 out of 5 threat level for southeastern Minnesota and northeastern Iowa. Two rounds of showers and thunderstorms are anticipated to affect the region on Friday. The first round will occur in the morning hours, with storms not expected to be severe but capable of producing heavy rainfall in isolated areas. A brief break from storms is expected in the mid-afternoon. The second round of storms will arrive after 6 p.m., with the potential for a few strong to severe thunderstorms. The main concern for both rounds of activity will be heavy rainfall, with areas south of Interstate 90 possibly receiving 1 to 1.75 inches of rain. Pounding rain and minor flooding could occur if thunderstorms become stationary. Hail is expected to be the primary severe threat in the evening if storms develop, while wind speeds could approach severe criteria in northeastern Iowa. While the tornado threat is low, it cannot be completely ruled out. A minor winter mix, including the possibility of light snow or freezing rain, is expected late Friday night into early Saturday morning. Skies will clear throughout Saturday, with high temperatures in the low 40s. Late spring temperatures will return on Sunday and Monday, with highs in the 60s. However, wintry conditions are expected to return to the region by next Wednesday, with several chances of light snow forecasted late next week.#storm_prediction_center #interstate_90 #tornado_threat #severe_storm_threat #first_alert_day
Severe Weather Threatens Heartland as Tornado Risk Rises A major severe weather outbreak is intensifying across the central United States, with life-threatening tornadoes now possible as the storm system moves into its most dangerous phase. The National Weather Service has upgraded flash flood threats to considerable levels, warning that heavy rainfall has already caused widespread flooding in Texas, particularly in Dallas County. Emergency management officials report multiple water rescues and road closures as the situation worsens. In Dallas County, flash flooding has submerged sections of Interstate 20 near Dallas, Texas, creating hazardous conditions for drivers. Traffic cameras captured footage of tractor-trailers and passenger vehicles attempting to navigate through standing floodwaters, highlighting the danger faced by motorists. Reports indicate that several cars have been stranded in water near Hillside Village and Uptown in Cedar Hill, while water has entered apartments in Desoto due to relentless downpours. The National Weather Service issued a Flash Flood Warning for Dallas County, urging residents to avoid flooded roads and move to higher ground. The warning emphasizes that dangerous flooding is either occurring or imminent, with additional rain expected to fall between 1 and 2 inches. Roads remain closed in parts of Rowlett and Mesquite, and the warning is in effect until 8:30 p.m. CST. Severe thunderstorms are also sweeping across Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas, prompting a Severe Thunderstorm Watch that covers over 9 million people. The Storm Prediction Center’s watch, which is the first of 2026, marks the end of a 101-day gap without such alerts—a record-long stretch since November 2025. The watch includes the potential for tornadoes, scattered hail, and wind gusts exceeding 70 mph.#national_weather_service #texas #storm_prediction_center #dallas_county
Wide Swath of the U.S. Faces Days of Severe Weather A major storm system is set to bring multiple days of severe weather across a large portion of the United States, with forecasters warning of significant risks through early next week. Friday is highlighted as one of the most dangerous days, with severe thunderstorms, large hail, damaging winds, flooding, and tornadoes expected to impact regions from Texas to the Great Lakes. The Storm Prediction Center has issued warnings that severe weather is likely each day for the next eight days, with Friday and Tuesday identified as the peak threat periods. Meteorologists attribute the severe conditions to a stalled weather front stretching across the Central United States, from the southern Plains to the Ohio Valley. This system is interacting with warm, moist air moving northward from the Gulf of Mexico, creating atmospheric instability that fuels severe thunderstorms. Enhanced risk warnings have been issued for Friday and Saturday, particularly in the southern and central Plains, including major cities such as Oklahoma City, Kansas City, Missouri, and Tulsa, Oklahoma. In Texas, Governor Greg Abbott has activated emergency resources to prepare for the storm. Forecasters warn that some of the strongest storms could produce tornadoes, wind gusts exceeding 80 miles per hour, and hail larger than two inches in diameter. Repeated thunderstorms also pose a risk of flash flooding, with the Weather Prediction Center indicating rainfall totals of up to two inches possible. Heavier precipitation, ranging from three to five inches, is expected in parts of northern Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas on Thursday and Friday. Additional areas at risk include parts of Missouri, Kentucky, and southern portions of Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio.#tornadoes #national_weather_service #storm_prediction_center #weather_prediction_center #governor_greg_abbott
Tornado threats are escalating for millions across the South as severe storms intensify, marking the start of the spring severe weather season. Forecasters have raised the severe storm risk to Level 3 out of 5 for a narrow region in western Oklahoma and parts of northern Texas, where storms could generate EF-2 or stronger tornadoes. The Storm Prediction Center (SPC) has also highlighted Friday as the day with the highest risk of large hail, damaging wind gusts, and tornadoes. A multi-day severe weather threat is affecting Texas, the Plains, and the Midwest as thunderstorms develop across the central U.S. The SPC has identified Friday as the peak day for severe conditions, with the dryline—a boundary between dry air from the Rockies and humid air from the Gulf—playing a key role. This dryline is expected to shift eastward, increasing the risk of intense storms. Lower-level winds, reaching 5,000 feet above the surface, are forecast to strengthen near Kansas City and toward Oklahoma City and Dallas, creating favorable conditions for supercells and heightened tornado threats. Hail and lightning have already impacted areas like Barnhart, Missouri, and Crowley, Texas, with severe weather continuing through the week. The FOX Forecast Center warns of a significant tornado threat, with storms potentially reaching EF-2 strength or stronger. The SPC’s new Conditional Intensity (CIG) tools are helping forecasters identify high-intensity threats even when storm coverage is scattered. Severe weather is expected to persist through Saturday morning, affecting much of the Central and Southern Plains and the Mississippi Valley. While tornadoes remain the primary concern, large hail—exceeding 3 inches in diameter—will also pose a major risk, particularly on the northern side of the storm system.#storm_prediction_center #severe_weather #fox_forecast_center #tornado_threat #dryline
Dallas Weather: Highs in the 80s Followed by Severe Storm Threats DALLAS — Residents can expect unseasonably warm conditions this week before a series of storm systems bring potential hail, tornadoes, and flooding risks to North Texas starting Wednesday. Meteorologists warn that while the early part of the week will feature mild weather, the arrival of a cold front will trigger severe weather conditions later in the week. Monday will see minimal activity, with a slight chance of morning rain north of the Metroplex. Most areas will experience breezy, warm conditions, with high temperatures reaching the 70s. Tuesday will bring similar weather but with clearer skies and temperatures climbing into the 80s. The weather pattern changes significantly on Wednesday as a cold front moves through the region, bringing widespread rain and isolated severe thunderstorms. The Storm Prediction Center has issued a Slight Risk (level 2 of 5) for severe weather, with the highest likelihood of impacts during the afternoon and evening. Large hail and damaging winds are the primary concerns, though an isolated tornado cannot be ruled out. Scattered showers are expected to linger through Thursday, though the severe threat will diminish. However, the National Weather Service warns that the risk of flooding will increase this weekend as multiple rounds of heavy rain saturate the area. The severe threat returns on Friday afternoon and evening, with a stronger front moving through Saturday, keeping rain and thunderstorms in the forecast through Sunday. In addition to the weather warnings, North Texas is facing extreme pollen levels, with tree pollen currently at "extreme" levels. AccuWeather reports that these high levels will persist through Tuesday before dropping to "low" on Wednesday as rain arrives.#national_weather_service #storm_prediction_center #dallas #accuweather #fox_4
