The latest weather report warns of possible severe weather in Kansas and Oklahoma this Memorial Day weekend, bringing isolated tornadoes and flooding rainfall. Read here.
A severe weather condition is likely in Oklahoma and Kansas this week, according to a weather report published on May 23. Commuters can face potential tornadoes, hail, and flooding rainfall.
A challenging weather conditions can lead to hazardous commuters, power outages, and property damage. In an advisory, an NWS Storm Prediction Center reports that a weather pattern can result in severe hazards, such as large hail and wind gusts.
A weather pattern can affect portions of the central and southern Plains, including the Mid-Mississippi Valley, Lower Mississippi Valley, Lower Ohio, and Tennessee Valleys, on the weekend.
For the upcoming Memorial Day Weekend, residents can experience severe weather conditions, causing slower commutes. Checking the weather outlook is essential before traveling this weekend.
Oklahoma and Kansas weather forecast this weekend
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A stormy outlook is forecast in parts of the central U.S. This weather can result in hazardous travel for the weekend, as millions of Americans are expected to hit the road. The severe weather outbreak can unleash flooding rainfall, posing risks to low-lying areas.
A recent NWN forecast indicates that portions of Northeast Interstate 95 can anticipate a poor weather outlook this week. There is a chance of precipitation in New York and Boston.
On Wednesday, severe thunderstorms can unload hail, heavy rains, and isolated tornadoes. Areas at risk are Little Rock, Indianapolis, Louisville, Pittsburgh, Syracuse, Dallas, and Austin. Additionally, portions of north-central Texas to northeastern Arkansas can expect a severe weather potential.
Midweek can unleash high temperatures and lower humidity in Kansas City. However, this will be brief, as thunderstorms and showers are expected to resurface on Friday. There is a risk of strong to severe storms.
On Thursday, the severe weather will threaten the following areas:
- Sioux Falls
- Lincoln
- Kansas City
- Wichita
- Oklahoma City
- Little Rock
- Dallas
The Little Rock forecast monitors the arrival of active weather in the region. On Thursday, commuters can encounter potentially severe weather, packed with thunderstorms and heavy rains. Additionally, flooding concerns can occur in flood-prone areas, particularly in the city's southern and central parts.
The severe weather will spread over Boston, Hartford, New York, Philadelphia, Washington, Richmond, and Raleigh in the late week. On Friday, hail and flash flood threats can hit the following areas:
- Chicago
- Fort Wayne
- St. Louis
- Cincinnati
- Nashville
- Greenville
- Roanoke
- Jackson
- Little Rock
- Fort Worth
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Weather Preparedness this Memorial Day Weekend in the Central States
The latest weather report warns of severe weather conditions in portions of the central states this week. The main threats are isolated tornadoes, flash flooding, heavy rains, and hail conditions. These risks can potentially impact daily commutes.
Additionally, homeowners should monitor the forecasts, as severe weather could intensify. When travel can be rescheduled, it is best to commuter when severe weather abates.
For households, having emergency supplies is a life-saver during challenging situations or evacuations.
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