Deadly Storm Brings Tornadoes and Flooding Threat
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Millions of people across several states were at risk of tornadoes and other severe weather on Wednesday.
From The New York Times
Dozens of destructive tornadoes touched down as severe weather lashed the Midwest and South on Wednesday evening.
From BBC
The storms ripped homes into unrecognizable shreds and tossed vehicles like toys.
From CNN
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As severe weather moved across Central Illinois on Wednesday, WCIA viewers captured photos and videos of the storms and the damage left behind. The following photos and videos were taken across the region before,
Severe weather is expected throughout Illinois this week. Some parts of the state may see tornadoes, hail, and heavy rainfall.
National Weather Service officials are expecting Wednesday waves of showers and thunderstorms to hit the Chicago area capable of producing damaging winds and large hail and possibly tornadoes.
Cleanup continued Thursday in Southern Illinois after strong storms swept through the region late Wednesday. The storms left behind downed trees, damaged a barn and snapped power lines—but, thankfully,
Severe weather Wednesday triggered multiple tornado warnings across the St. Louis metro, including significant storms near Potosi, Missouri and Greenville, Illinois.
There were more than 100 reports of severe weather from Oklahoma into Pennsylvania as of Wednesday as severe weather tore across parts of the Midwest and South, tearing buildings apart and ripping down trees and powerlines.
Several states in the central U.S. were hit hard overnight by a deadly storm that reportedly caused flash flooding and even destructive tornadoes.
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Central Illinois Proud on MSNUPDATED: Chance for severe weather in Illinois on WednesdayThe active weather pattern we’ve experienced throughout the month of March looks to continue into early April as another strong storm system is set to move
Severe weather swept through Central Illinois counties Wednesday evening, breaking tree limbs, bringing down powerlines and even destroying several sheds. Cumberland County The Cumberland County EMA said several different areas around Cumberland County are reporting damage.
A Weather Impact Alert is in effect for St. Louis on Wednesday due to gusty winds and strong to severe storm potential, with a flood threat on Friday and Saturday.
INDIANAPOLIS — Wednesday is a Weather Impact Alert Day and it’s crucial that residents stay informed and prepared for the potential hazards that may occur.