Kentucky, Severe and weather outbreak
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Another round of potentially severe storms is expected Sunday evening. A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for Johnson, Parker, Tarrant and Hood counties until 10:15 p.m. Winds up to 60 mph and half-dollar-sized hail are possible.
A severe thunderstorm warning was issued by the National Weather Service in Denver at 2:53 p.m. May 18. It includes Larimer and Weld counties.
Kansas and northern areas of Oklahoma have the highest 'moderate' risk with a population of nearly one million at threat from the most severe thunderstorms and tornadoes. By Tuesday, more than four million will be under the highest risk of severe storms and tornadoes across central and eastern Oklahoma and into the Ozarks.
Forecasters say a new batch of strong thunderstorms may hit parts of the state Friday night, with gusts up to 70 mph and hail as big as ping pong balls.
A rural North Texas school district canceled classes on Monday after a night of severe storms . Gordon ISD, located in Palo Pinto County, had extensive damage to school property and asked staff and students to stay off campus while emergency crews and insurance adjusters investigate.
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At least five people died and others were hurt after severe weather including a possible tornado swept through St. Louis, the mayor said.
A severe thunderstorm watch in effect for part of the tri-state earlier has expired but it was just the precursor to a possibly stormy Saturday. It won’t be a washout with the showers expected to be more isolated than widespread but it will be worth being sky-aware.
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Clusters of strong thunderstorms are moving across parts of the Garden State on Friday, dumping heavy rain and bringing fierce winds