Central US Weather Forecast: Heavy Rain to Trigger Potential Localized Flooding This Week

Heavy rain conditions are likely to trigger potential localized flooding, according to the latest forecast. People in low-lying areas can experience minor to moderate flooding concerns, with a potential flash flood risk and travel disruptions.

 
The threat of heavy rain can be challenging for motorists due to slippery commutes and road closures. Commuters should check for road dangers before traveling, to avoid being stranded on the road.

The NWS Storm Prediction Center warns of a severe weather outbreak in the Ohio and Tennessee Valleys, including in the Southeast. Large hail and tornadoes can be likely, with damaging gusts reaching 75 mph. The forecast monitors the development of severe thunderstorms in the region, impacting portions of northern Kentucky, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and southeast Indiana.

Heavy Rain and Localized Flooding This Week

The latest weather report warns of flooding risk and flash floods in the central and eastern US this week. The start of April will bring rounds of heavy rain. Until Tuesday night, rainfall is likely in the following areas:

• Des Moines
• Kansas City
• Springfield
• St. Louis
• Peoria
• Chicago
• Indianapolis
• Louisville
• Charleston
• Pittsburgh
• New York
• Washington

Tornadoes and large hail are challenging in the affected areas. Homeowners should check for potential watches and warnings near their areas, particularly isolated tornadoes. Additionally, the severe thunderstorm risk can hit portions of southeast Kansas, central Missouri, southern Missouri, northwest Arkansas, Indiana, and Illinois. The risk can spread over central Texas and southern Ohio.

Meanwhile, unseasonably warm weather can unfold in Little Rock, Nashville, Raleigh, Charleston and Virginia Beach. In Pittsburgh, additional rounds of rain can occur on Wednesday. People are advised to check for a Flood Watch concern. Flood warnings are issued in portions of eastern Greene and Fayette counties.

The storm outlook can return from April 7 to April 10, with a flash flood risk and severe thunderstorms in Little Rock, Austin, and Odessa.

In Nashville, the advisory warns of damaging winds and tornadoes on Tuesday. Homeowners should stay alert for scattered storms with a possible cold front in the region. According to forecasts, the damaging winds can reach over 60 mph, with hail like a ping-pong ball-sized

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Severe Weather Preparedness in Central and Eastern US

The latest weather report warns of a challenging weather outlook in the Central and Eastern US this week, bringing possible weather dangers. Isolated tornadoes are life-threatening due to massive impacts on people's homes and infrastructures. Staying updated with tornado watches and warnings is recommended, particularly in the late week.

Turning on mobile alerts or warnings can help, especially nocturnal tornadoes. When severe weather unloads, it is best to evacuate into secure areas and avoid windows, doors, and fragile materials.

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