The threat of severe storms and flash flooding has returned to the Midwest, where a series of thunderstorms and rain have become increasingly likely throughout the holiday week.
KANSAS CITY, Missouri – The threat of severe storms and flash flooding is returning to the Midwest, where a series of thunderstorms and rain are increasingly likely throughout the holiday week.
Severe storms are threatening Iowa, Missouri and Kansas on Tuesday, where they are expected to hit hard. High winds, a few tornadoes and large hail are among the hazards expected from these storms.
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The National Weather Service’s Storm Prediction Center (SPC) said scattered severe thunderstorms are very likely in southern Iowa, northern Missouri and northeastern Kansas between 2 p.m. and 9 p.m. Central Time. A level 3 out of 5 severe storm risk has been issued there.
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Nearly a million people are affected, including major cities on the outskirts of Kansas City such as St. Joseph, Liberty and Gladstone, Missouri; Leavenworth, Kansas; and Ottumwa, Iowa.
The weather is expected to continue to affect the United States through July 4. By Wednesday and Thursday, the threat of heavy rain will shift to the Ohio Valley and eventually to the Northeast by Thursday night.
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With multiple storm systems in play, travelers are facing major disruptions as they attempt to reach their vacation destinations.
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Airport delays and cancellations will have an impact as the weekend approaches, FOX’s forecast center reported. The growing problems will cause a traffic jam for flights, creating headaches for those trying to get out of town.
