Temperatures are warm over the Southwestern states, and it looks likely that daily records will be broken once again over many areas on Monday. Readings well in excess of 110° F will be common, with a few spots seeing temperatures topping the 120° F mark, threatening all-time record highs!
While Sunday is supposed to be all about fathers, it’s important not to forget about a certain mother who can assist or spoil any plans you may have for dad. Whether you’re taking him golfing, camping, to a ballgame, having a cookout or any other special outdoor activity, here’s a look at what Mother Nature has in store for Father’s Day across the U.S.
A compact area of low pressure will drop southeast from Michigan this afternoon to the mid-Atlantic tonight bringing the threat for a fast moving line of severe thunderstorms. Damaging winds with gusts in excess of 60 mph is the main concern with storms this afternoon and evening; however, an isolated tornado or two is possible within the ‘Elevated’ risk area.
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A storm system that brought hail, strong winds, and isolated tornadoes to the Upper Midwest on Tuesday will continue to push east into the Midwest, Lower Great Lakes, and South Central US on Wednesday. A warm front will move through the region through the afternoon hours, providing some good instability. During the afternoon, a cold front will approach from the west and help spark storms ahead of it. The major cities with the greatest threat of severe storms on Wednesday will be Milwaukee, Chicago, Indianapolis, Cincinnati, Louisville, Lexington, Nashville, and Memphis. The main threat from these storms will include wind gusts up to 65 mph, large hail up to 2″, isolated tornadoes, and localized flash flooding.
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