A significant storm system is threatening millions of people in the Ohio Valley region and the Northeast with heavy rain, potential tornadoes, and even snow. The National Weather Service warns of a severe weather outbreak in the Ohio Valley, middle Tennessee, and the Southeast, with multiple rounds of storms expected throughout the day and into the evening.
As the storm moves through the Ohio Valley region, about 4 million people along the Ohio River are under tornado watches, with the possibility of 90 mph straight-line winds. This severe weather outbreak extends from the Great Lakes to the Gulf Coast, putting 54 million people at risk.
Late-season heavy snowfall and gusty winds are anticipated in the Great Lakes and Northeast through midweek. In Wisconsin, a winter storm warning has been issued, with wet heavy snow and wind gusts up to 40 mph expected to impact northeast Wisconsin until Thursday.
Central Indiana and Ohio face threats of high winds, hail, and potential tornadoes. Flooding concerns extend from Illinois to Pennsylvania, with heavy rainfall rates leading to flash flooding in parts of the Ohio Valley, the Great Lakes region, and the central Appalachians.
Looking ahead, severe storms are predicted for the mid-Atlantic and Florida on Wednesday, while upstate New York and northern New England may experience hazardous travel conditions due to significant snow accumulations. Additionally, a slight risk of severe thunderstorms over the Florida Peninsula brings the potential for lightning, strong wind gusts, hail, and tornadoes.
These springtime storms follow a wet Monday in which the South experienced unconfirmed tornadoes, hail, strong gusts, and heavy rain. Residents in these affected areas should stay updated on weather alerts and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.