US Weather Forecast: Isolated Tornadoes, Flash Flood Likely in Midwest, Plains

Due to severe thunderstorms, the latest weather report showed that isolated tornadoes and flash floods are likely in the Midwest and Plains this week.

Everyone with travel plans should consider checking the weather conditions before planning for outdoor activities and travel.

Due to the chances of flooding downpours and damaging winds, the forecast noted that severe thunderstorms could result in slower commutes or travel disruptions.

Furthermore, the National Weather Service (NWS) reported that severe thunderstorms and stormy weather could be likely in Southern New England.

The report noted severe threats in North Dakota and Northwestern Minnesota could be possible.

The NWS advisory added that scattered thunderstorms could also be likely in the Northeast and Northern Plains.

Isolated tornadoes and flash flood concerns

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Lamb County, Texas. The severe thunderstorms can likely bring isolated tornadoes and flash floods in parts of Midwest and Plains, according to the latest weather forecast

While some parts of the US experienced challenging heat, AccuWeather's latest forecast said a severe storm threat could unload in the Midwest and Plains.

Homeowners should keep updated with the weather conditions for possible isolated tornadoes that could become dangerous.

Based on AccuWeather's forecast, the severe thunderstorms could unload intense downpours, challenging winds and hail.

The severe weather could affect parts of Winnipeg, Grand Forks, Bismarck, Rapid City, Sioux Falls, Omaha, North Platte and Denver.

Meanwhile, the NWS forecast added that severe hail conditions could be likely in portions of Eastern Colorado.

The NWS Climate Prediction Center recently reported that oppressive heat conditions would unfold in Southern Plains, Bulf Gust and Mississippi Valley.

Furthermore, AccuWeather's forecast explained that severe storms could continue on Wednesday, with possible flash flood risks and isolated tornadoes.

During the midweek, severe thunderstorms could unload in Cleveland, Columbus, Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Detroit, Chicago, Milwaukee, Davenport and Springfield.

Motorists in the affected areas should check the roads and stay alert for severe weather.

Challenging heat in parts of the United States

During early July, forecasts explained that hotter weather emerged, causing heat-related health concerns, especially in the South and Southwestern US.

Recently, Nature World News (NWN) reported heat warnings and advisories are present due to the brutal heatwave.

Meanwhile, Fox News reported that about 250 million people in the country are at risk of the hotter weather.

Furthermore, AccuWeather noted that about 100 million people in the Midwest and Northeast are threatened by challenging heat conditions.

This week, a hotter outlook is forecast in Minneapolis, Kansas City, Oklahoma City, Dallas, El Paso, Las Vegas, Denver, Omaha, Fargo and Minneapolis.

The hotter conditions could continue until weekend. Americans can also feed a rebound to cooler temperatures next week, especially in Portland, Boston, New York and Washington.

Homeowners should avoid outdoor activities and prolonged exposure to the hot weather, as heat could become life-threatening.

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