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States from the Great Plains to the Midwest are under watch for potential tornadoes, following a day of severe weather that included twisters and large hail. Tornado watches have been issued by the National Weather Service for Nebraska, Iowa, South Dakota, and Missouri, and damaging winds of 70 to 90 mph are being forecast for Des Moines, Chicago, and Milwaukee. Severe weather is increasing across the Great Plains and the Midwest, with more than 100 severe storms reported on Monday from Colorado to Michigan, including at least three tornadoes in Minnesota, Nebraska, and Colorado.
Tornadoes Threaten Great Plains and Midwest
Tornado watches are in effect for Nebraska, Iowa, South Dakota, and Missouri, affecting several counties including popular areas like Lincoln and Omaha. This follows a day of severe weather with twisters and large hail. Those in the area are on high alert for possible tornadoes and extreme weather.
In addition to tornadoes, meteorologists anticipate damaging winds ranging from 70-90 mph in cities like Des Moines, Chicago, and Milwaukee. The city of Des Moines, home to over 200,000 residents, is bracing for a combination of large hail, high winds, and possible tornadoes.
The Great Plains and Midwest are currently experiencing a severe weather season, with over 100 severe storms reported on Monday from Colorado to Michigan. Three tornadoes were sighted in Nebraska, Minnesota, and Colorado, luckily without significant damage.
In Yuma, Colorado, a hail storm caused significant damage to property. Hailstones, some as big as golf balls pelted the region, resulting in several cars getting stuck due to the accumulation.
The hailstorm was so intense that it left a foot of hail covering the roads and vehicles. Windshields of several cars were shattered, and many homes have reported broken windows.
Severe weather is expected to continue through Thursday across the Great Plains and Midwest, with potential record heat moving into Texas and Northeast.
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