Severe Weather Conditions to Unfold in Parts of South, Texas This Week; Tornado Outbreaks Possible

The latest weather forecasts warned of possible severe weather conditions in the Southern United States this week, causing severe thunderstorms, heavy rain and tornado outbreaks.

The severe weather outlook can become challenging for motorists and commuters in the South.

In addition, people in the affected areas should consider checking the current weather conditions to avoid potential road delays and being stranded in the middle of storms.

Portions of the South are no longer strangers to severe weather, including tornadoes.

Recently, CNN reported that tornado outbreaks emerged in Northern Louisiana, causing significant damage to trees and nearby parish.

Tornado outbreaks and severe weather conditions

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Paducah, Texas, May 10, 2017. Severe Weather Conditions to Unfold in Parts of South, Texas This Week; Tornado Outbreaks Possible

According to AccuWeather's latest forecast (February 15, 2023), the weather agency explained that a developing storm would bring severe weather from Ohio to Texas.

The weather outlook showed that severe thunderstorms could unload isolated tornadoes, hail and flash flooding. Strong wind gusts can reach from 60 mph to 70 mph.

On Wednesday, the forecast said severe weather risks are possible in Dallas, Fort Smith, Cape Girardeau, Little Rock, Memphis, Shreveport and Alexandria.

The troublesome weather conditionsare expected to reach portions of Arkansas and Oklahoma.

Communities and residents in the affected areas should stay aware of the current weather conditions, especially the possibility of thunderstorms.

According to ABC News, about 40 million people are at risk of severe weather conditions this week.

Meanwhile, the weather forecasts showed that severe thunderstorms could persist from Thursday and Thursday evening. The weather risk can impact Jackson, Memphis, Louisville, Nashville, Columbus, Louisville, Atlanta and Montgomery.

On the other hand, Fox Weather News reported that severe storm threats could reach from South to Ohio. The challenging outlook is forecast in Jackson, Montgomery, Atlanta, Lexington, Cleveland, New Orleans and Tallahassee.

Hail Threat is also possible in Memphis, Jackson, Columbus and Nashville.

Meanwhile, AccuWeather reported that rain and dry conditions could unfold in parts of the United States in late weeks.

• Severe thunderstorms and rounds of rain are possible in Memphis, Charlotte, Washington, Boston, Seattle and New York City.
• Snow conditions would unload in Minneapolis, Kansas City and Chicago.
• Dry and Chilly conditions would unleash in San Francisco, El Paso, Los Angeles, Denver and Billings.
• Meanwhile, warmer outlook would unfold in Jacksonville and Miami.

Meanwhile, the National Weather Service (NWS) reported that severe storms are forecast in parts of the Lower Mississippi Valley, causing possible damaging wind gusts and tornadoes.

Tornado safety this week

The challenging weather conditions can raise safety concerns due to possible thunderstorms and tornadoes.

Communities in the affected areas and motorists should consider staying updated with the weather, especially the problematic outlook.

Homeowners should ensure that their homes have emergency kits for tornado outbreaks.

The emergency kit includes non-perishable goods, a flashlight, battery-operated radio, medicines, power banks and mobile phones.

Knowing and evacuating to a secure place is crucial when tornado outbreaks. Residents should cover their heads while evacuating to a safe shelter.

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