Tuesday, May 21, 2024 Severe storms are set to hit the US Midwest today, posing threats of tornadoes, large hail, and significant travel disruptions. Potentially devastating storms, complete with tornadoes and intense hail, are set to impact areas throughout the Midwest today, raising alarms for disruptive weather patterns that could impact travel plans. Today’s forecast predicts a surge of severe thunderstorms, with tornadoes reaching or surpassing EF2 strength likely.
Over 25 million inhabitants across the region face a significant threat, ranging from a Level 3 to Level 4 risk of severe weather conditions, according to the Storm Prediction Center. Early morning has already seen powerful storms in the Midwest, with even more severe conditions expected to unfold later. Peak storm activity is anticipated this afternoon through the evening across the Midwest.
Central areas of concern include large parts of Iowa, as well as regions in northwest Illinois, southwest Wisconsin, and northern Missouri, where the risk of tornadoes, destructive winds, and large hail persists. By late afternoon and into the evening, winds that could rival hurricane forces, reaching speeds up to 90 mph, are forecasted to sweep through, potentially causing power outages by damaging trees and power lines. Cities like Des Moines are at the epicenter of the most severe weather risks, which include the potential for tornadoes.
Major urban areas such as Chicago and Milwaukee also face significant threats fr.
