Summary
Millions of Americans traveling for Easter weekend are advised to check the weather closely as severe storms are expected across the central and eastern United States. The storms could bring strong winds, hail, and tornadoes, potentially causing travel disruptions and affecting outdoor plans.
Key Facts
- Severe weather is predicted to affect travel across the central and eastern U.S. during Easter weekend.
- Storm systems are moving from the southern Rockies and Plains toward the Great Lakes and East Coast.
- Major cities like Chicago, St. Louis, Detroit, and Indianapolis may experience severe storms on Thursday.
- Nighttime tornadoes, which are more dangerous, may occur from Oklahoma City through Kansas City up to Des Moines.
- By Saturday, the threat spreads from east Texas up to western New York and worsens on the East Coast by Sunday.
- Travelers should prepare for delays in flights and hazardous driving conditions.
- Outdoor Easter activities may be interrupted by storms, flooding, and strong winds.
- No National Weather Service alerts were active early Thursday, but the situation might change by evening.
