US midwestern states at risk of severe thunderstorms, weather agency warns
Summary
Severe thunderstorms and tornadoes are threatening several midwestern US states, including Oklahoma and Missouri. The storms can bring large hail, strong winds, and dangerous tornadoes, prompting weather officials to warn residents to stay indoors and take precautions.Key Facts
- Severe thunderstorms are expected Friday afternoon and evening from northwest Oklahoma to western Missouri.
- The storms can produce large hail about the size of a baseball, falling at speeds up to 107 mph (172 km/h).
- Around 26 million people from Wisconsin to Oklahoma are under tornado watches.
- A "particularly dangerous situation" tornado threat was declared in parts of Illinois and Wisconsin.
- Recent storms have caused property damage, including broken windows, damaged roofs, and flooded roads.
- A man was killed by lightning in Waukesha, Wisconsin during the storms.
- Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers declared a state of emergency to coordinate emergency response efforts.
- Previous days brought tornadoes, hail, and floods to the central US region, adding to current damage and risks.
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