US Weather Forecast: 60 Million People Under Severe Weather Risk in Midwest; Isolated Tornadoes Possible This Weekend

The latest weather report showed that 60 million people are under severe weather risk in the Midwest. The forecast said that isolated tornadoes and severe thunderstorms could be likely this weekend.

Americans with travel plans should consider the weather outlook this weekend before traveling outside due to isolated tornadoes and flooding downpours.

Nature World News (NWN) recently reported that portions of the Southwestern US could experience dry conditions and increased fire risk this weekend.

The recent forecast warned of the dangerous heat in parts of Southern California, Arizona and Nevada amidst the scorching heat.

Severe weather risk in the Midwest

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July 21, 2023 in Dortches, North Carolina. Isolated tornadoes and flooding downpours are possible to hit Midwest this weekend. The latest weather forecast said about 60 million people are under severe weather risk

During the first week of August, Midwest recorded warm and dry weather conditions, including in the Northeast. This week, residents in the Midwest can expect a change in the weather pattern.

According to AccuWeather's latest forecast, Midwest could likely experience severe weather threats this weekend, affecting many Americans' travel plans.

As the summer conditions set in, Americans should monitor the weather outlook before going to beaches.

Based on AccuWeather's outlook, the weekend could experience severe thunderstorms and rain conditions in Bismarck, Fargo, Minneapolis, Sioux Falls, Des Moines, Omaha, Peoria and St. Louis.

Meanwhile, the NWS Storm Prediction Center reported a severe thunderstorm watch in portions of the High Plains.

Meanwhile, the National Weather Service (NWS) reported that scattered showers, with flash flood risk, could unload in New England.

Furthermore, the AccuWeather forecast warned of possible severe thunderstorms in portions of Colorado, South Dakota and High Plains this week.

This weekend, the forecast noted that hail and isolated tornadoes could hit parts of Omaha, Hays, Kansas City, Des Moines and Scottsbluff.

Isolated tornadoes and damaging winds could become dangerous and life-threatening. Homeowners should secure their equipment outside their tomes.

On Sunday, the forecast showed rain showers and possible thunderstorms could emerge in Minneapolis, Chicago, Peoria and St. Louis.

There is a chance that the weather could unleash cooler conditions in Kansas City and Omaha on Sunday.

Furthermore, the forecast noted that possible isolated tornadoes could continue on Sunday night in Des Moines, St. Louis, Indianapolis, Nashville and Detroit,

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Hotter conditions in other parts of the U.S

On the other hand, the NWS Weather Prediction Service warned of a heatwave and dangerous heat in the Southern U.S this next week.

Parts of the U.S. have been battered by record-breaking temperatures, especially in Arizona and California.

The advisory noted that the expansive heat could become more persistent in portions of the Gulf Coast and Texas, with chances to increase in record-high temperatures.

People in the affected areas should check the weather and limit their outdoor activities to avoid exposure to heat.

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