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Newsweek
16-05-2025
- Climate
- Newsweek
Thunderstorm Update: Millions Across Multiple States in Risk Zone
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Severe weather is expected to continue on Friday, threatening major cities from the South and Midwest to the Eastern U.S. Why It Matters The renewed threat of severe weather comes after meteorologists previously warned that an active pattern would bring thunderstorms from the northern Plains to the Atlantic coast this week, with conditions ripe for long-track tornadoes and widespread wind damage. What To Know The risk of severe weather will move south and east on Friday, AccuWeather forecasts, potentially affecting major cities such as St. Louis, Nashville, Memphis, and stretching eastward to Washington, D.C, and Richmond, Virginia. Which Areas Could be Hit By Thunderstorms The outlet also forecasts a high-risk zone for Friday, encompassing parts of southwestern Illinois, southern Indiana, western Kentucky, southeastern Missouri, and northwestern Tennessee. AccuWeather's forecast map for Friday. AccuWeather's forecast map for Friday. AccuWeather Among the potential threats are tornadoes, hail, and flash flooding, along with "widespread" damaging wind gusts up to 70-80 miles per hour, AccuWeather said. It warned that long-track tornadoes could occur across highly populated areas of the Mississippi and Tennessee valleys. Damaging winds could result in power outages, tree and roof damage later on Friday afternoon and evening, it said. AccuWeather noted that Thursday and Friday mark the first high-risk days for severe thunderstorms issued this month by its meteorologists, although this season has already experienced more high-risk days than the historical norm, the outlet said. Power Outages Hundreds of thousands were without power as of early Friday, following severe weather that swept through the area, according to a service that tracks disruptions. At the time of writing, Michigan was worst affected, with some 278,000 outages. In Indiana and Illinois, around 80,000 and 54,000 were reported respectively, with a further 17,735 in Wisconsin. What People Are Saying In an advisory shared with Newsweek, AccuWeather chief on-air meteorologist Bernie Rayno said: "It has been an exceptionally dangerous start to the spring severe weather season in the U.S. "We've seen a steep increase in the number of tornado reports during March and early April. Unfortunately, we expect these numbers to continue climbing over the next few days." The National Weather Service forecast office, Milwaukee, Wisconsin said on X, formerly Twitter, Thursday: "Storms have come to an end for the night, but windy conditions will persist into Friday. A line of storms is expected to develop across southwest Wisconsin early on Friday afternoon and then track across southern WI through the afternoon. Gusty winds and large hail possible." NWS Chicago said on X, Thursday: "Storms today may bring damaging straight line winds which can down trees and tree branches, and loose objects can become airborne and dangerous." In a separate post, it said: "There is a chance for more storms Friday afternoon and evening. However, it's still unclear what areas will end up seeing storms. Any storms that develop will have the potential to be strong to severe, with damaging winds and hail being the main threats." What Happens Next By Saturday, storms may become more scattered across the Southern states, stretching from Dallas, Texas, to Virginia Beach, Virginia, AccuWeather predicted. Saturday afternoon and evening threats could include damaging wind gusts, heavy downpours, and a few isolated tornadoes.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Dozen tornadoes reported across multiple states with millions of people warned of more severe weather to come
A dozen suspected tornadoes tore across at least three states on Thursday, with forecasters warning of more to come on Friday. Severe weather hit Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois and Michigan, with 80mph winds and widespread power cuts. Millions of people are now under thunderstorm watches heading into the weekend. Weather officials warned of severe thunderstorms and strong tornadoes that include 'intense supercells associated with tornadoes, large hail and wind damage' Friday, with gusts exceeding 75 mph, according to the National Weather Service. More than 270,000 residents were left without power in Michigan as a result of the storms Thursday night, with Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, and Minnesota, reporting similar issues, according to tracking site Trees and power lines were ripped up, and Beyoncé concert-goers at the open-air Soldier Field, in Chicago, were drenched in the rain, prompting fans to seek cover, officials said. The NOAA had warned of possible 80 mph winds in the Chicago suburb of Tinley Park, and social media users posted videos of the downpour online. No deaths have been reported following the storms as yet. But more bad weather is on the way. A severe thunderstorm watch was issued for north-central and northeast Arkansas, southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, southeastern Missouri, and northwest Tennessee, effective Friday. Officials said there was also an 'enhanced risk of severe thunderstorms' across central and eastern Kansas and far northern Oklahoma. 'Scattered severe thunderstorms are expected to develop and move rapidly northeast across the watch area early this morning. Large hail and damaging thunderstorm gusts will be the primary severe weather hazard, although a tornado or two will also be possible,' the NOAA said. So far, there have been more than 750 preliminary tornado reports in 2025, which is more reports by mid-May than any other year since 2011. 'It has been an exceptionally dangerous start to the spring severe weather season in the U.S.,' AccuWeather chief on-air meteorologist Bernie Rayno said in a statement. 'We've seen a steep increase in the number of tornado reports during March and early April. Unfortunately, we expect these numbers to continue climbing over the next few days.' Severe weather in 2024 resulted in the second-highest number of tornadoes since record-keeping began in 1950, according to the National Weather Service. Despite the near-historic year, the 54 tornado-related deaths were well below the 20-year average. More than half of those occurred in mobile and manufactured homes. This year, deadly tornadoes have torn across much of the eastern U.S., with additional reports in the Los Angeles area in March. Mississippians struck by the storms were forced to hide inside their cars as tornadoes annihilated their homes. A month later, tornadoes killed people in the South and Midwest, launching debris into the air. Tornadoes can occur at any time, but typically peak from March through June.
USA Today
16-05-2025
- Climate
- USA Today
Summer-like heat forecast to move across the US: How hot will it get?
Summer-like heat forecast to move across the US: How hot will it get? Show Caption Hide Caption This spring has already been an extremely busy one for severe weather We've seen nearly double the average number of tornadoes so far this year, and quite a few of them have been destructive. A wave of summer-like heat is headed east across the United States and is set to heat up the Midwest and northern Plains over the next several days, including Mother's Day Sunday, forecasters said. The heat starts in the West, where "significant temperature anomalies" are bringing high heat on May 10. Forecasters said some parts of Southern California could reach triple digits. As the holiday weekend progresses, the heat will shift into the upper Midwest, with 90-degree and higher temperatures forecasted in the Dakotas and Minnesota, the National Weather Service said. Then the high temperatures are heading into the Northern Plains, where they could approach 30 degrees above normal on May 11, the weather service said. Maps from the weather service also show the heat moving eastward, and by Friday, May 16, highs in the 80s and 90s could stretch from Texas to New York. Summerlike heat will move through parts of the West and the Northern Plains through the weekend and into early next week. Some areas of the Dakotas will see highs into the mid 90s, which could break some daily records. Posted by NOAA NWS Weather Prediction Center on Friday, May 9, 2025 But first, unusually cold temperatures are confounding the national temperature forecast with 10 to 15 degrees below normal seen across the South and Northeast, the weather service said May 10. Showers and thunderstorms in the Southeast will also last through the weekend. 'Storms and heat could impact outdoor plans for Mother's Day for millions of families this weekend. It's going to be downright hot in the Upper Midwest,' AccuWeather Chief On-Air Meteorologist Bernie Rayno said. 'We're forecasting a soggy and stormy Mother's Day weekend across much of the Southeast. Downpours and thunderstorms could spoil cookouts and picnics.' Storm-filled spring: 2 states lead the nation in tornadoes after a rash of ferocious outbreaks
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Forecasters say US is facing worst tornado season in more than a decade
Weather forecasters say that an already perilous 2025 is shaping up to be the most active tornado season in 14 years – and it's not over yet. There have been more than 750 preliminary tornado reports thus far, which is more reports by mid-May than any other year since 2011. 'It has been an exceptionally dangerous start to the spring severe weather season in the U.S.,' AccuWeather Chief On-Air Meteorologist Bernie Rayno said in a statement. 'We've seen a steep increase in the number of tornado reports during March and early April. Unfortunately, we expect these numbers to continue climbing over the next few days.' Increased activity is disquieting, but comes following near-historic levels last year. Severe weather in 2024 resulted in the second-highest number of tornadoes since record-keeping began in 1950, according to the National Weather Service. Despite the near-historic year, the 54 tornado-related deaths were well below the 20-year average. More than half of those occurred in mobile and manufactured homes. This year, deadly twisters have torn across much of the eastern U.S., but they were also reported in the Los Angeles area in March. In April, they killed people in the South and Midwest, launching debris into the air. In March, Mississippians hid inside their car as tornadoes ripped through their home. Much of the recent activity has been outside the region known as 'tornado alley,' which includes a wide swath of the central and southern U.S. Instead, it's occurred eastward, except in Texas. There have been dozens of deaths, the Center for Disaster Philanthropy said. This week, more tornadoes are anticipated alongside large hail in areas from the Mississippi Valley to the Great Lakes. Tornadoes can occur at any time, but typically peak from March through June. AccuWeather predicts that there will be 1,300 to 1,450 tornadoes across the U.S. this year: a tally that is above the historical average of 1,255 tornadoes. Scientists are still studying how tornadoes form, hoping to be able to provide Americans with faster warning times that could save lives. Until then, forecasters stress the importance of being prepared for such an emergency. 'Our analysis of records dating back to 1950 found that May 25 is the statistical peak with the most tornado reports on the date,' AccuWeather Chief Meteorologist Jonathan Porter said. 'Being prepared can save your life.'
The Independent
15-05-2025
- Climate
- The Independent
Could this be the worst year for tornadoes in more than a decade?
Weather forecasters say that an already perilous 2025 is shaping up to be the most active tornado season in 14 years – and it's not over yet. There have been more than 750 preliminary tornado reports thus far, which is more reports by mid-May than any other year since 2011. 'It has been an exceptionally dangerous start to the spring severe weather season in the U.S.,' AccuWeather Chief On-Air Meteorologist Bernie Rayno said in a statement. 'We've seen a steep increase in the number of tornado reports during March and early April. Unfortunately, we expect these numbers to continue climbing over the next few days.' Increased activity is disquieting, but comes following near-historic levels last year. Severe weather in 2024 resulted in the second-highest number of tornadoes since record-keeping began in 1950, according to the National Weather Service. Despite the near-historic year, the 54 tornado-related deaths were well below the 20-year average. More than half of those occurred in mobile and manufactured homes. This year, deadly twisters have torn across much of the eastern U.S., but they were also reported in the Los Angeles area in March. In April, they killed people in the South and Midwest, launching debris into the air. In March, Mississippians hid inside their car as tornadoes ripped through their home. Much of the recent activity has been outside the region known as 'tornado alley,' which includes a wide swath of the central and southern U.S. Instead, it's occurred eastward, except in Texas. There have been dozens of deaths, the Center for Disaster Philanthropy said. This week, more tornadoes are anticipated alongside large hail in areas from the Mississippi Valley to the Great Lakes. Tornadoes can occur at any time, but typically peak from March through June. AccuWeather predicts that there will be 1,300 to 1,450 tornadoes across the U.S. this year: a tally that is above the historical average of 1,255 tornadoes. Scientists are still studying how tornadoes form, hoping to be able to provide Americans with faster warning times that could save lives. Until then, forecasters stress the importance of being prepared for such an emergency. 'Our analysis of records dating back to 1950 found that May 25 is the statistical peak with the most tornado reports on the date,' AccuWeather Chief Meteorologist Jonathan Porter said. 'Being prepared can save your life.'
