Tornadoes, hail and high winds forecast to hit midwest and Mississippi valley
Severe storms, including tornadoes, large hail, and damaging winds, are forecast across the Midwest and Mississippi Valley, threatening nearly 50 million people. The storm prediction center has issued a level 4 out of 5 risk for parts of Missouri and Illinois, with tornadoes potentially reaching EF2 to EF3 strength. The dangerous weather follows a deadly weekend when a tornado in northern Texas killed two and injured six. Officials warn of ongoing risks through the week, including flash flooding and additional thunderstorms.
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Metal building wreckage wrapped around tree after possible tornado in Springtown, Texas, on Sunday. Photograph: Elías Valverde II/The Dallas Morning News via APView image in fullscreenMetal building wreckage wrapped around tree after possible tornado in Springtown, Texas, on Sunday. Photograph: Elías Valverde II/The Dallas Morning News via APUS newsTornadoes, hail and high winds forecast to hit midwest and Mississippi valley Severe storms put nearly 50 million at risk and follow a deadly weekend after tornado killed two people in TexasMaya YangMon 27 Apr 2026 12.35 EDTLast modified on Mon 27 Apr 2026 12.36 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleSevere storms are expected to sweep across the mid-Mississippi valley and midwest regions of the US on Monday, putting nearly 50 million people at…
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