Easter Storms Unleash Severe Weather Across US

Americans can expect a stormy Easter weekend as severe weather is forecast to track across the nation. The unsettled pattern began on Wednesday with severe storms impacting Texas, Oklahoma, Kentucky, and Delaware, bringing strong winds and hail.

By Thursday night, the Midwest will be in the crosshairs, with storms potentially intensifying over Chicago, St. Louis, Indianapolis, Milwaukee, and Detroit. The primary threats will be high winds and damaging hail, though isolated tornadoes could develop from southeastern Iowa to northern Indiana and southwestern Michigan.

On Friday, the storm system is expected to become more widespread, emerging from the southern Rockies. Severe conditions may affect areas from central Texas to the Midwest, including Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. Dallas, Oklahoma City, and Kansas City could see severe weather, with the greatest tornado risk extending from southern Iowa to northeastern Oklahoma.

By Saturday, the storm system will push towards the Great Lakes, triggering a long band of thunderstorms potentially stretching from northeastern Texas to western New York. Strong winds, hail, heavy rain, and frequent lightning are anticipated along this 1,300-mile front.

On Easter Sunday, the system is projected to reach the East Coast, impacting areas from New York City to Washington, D.C. While these storms are expected to be less severe, they could still bring gusts of wind and small hail.

A significant concern throughout the weekend is the potential for heavy rainfall. Repeated storm cycles could lead to rapid water accumulation, posing a risk of flash flooding, especially in low-lying areas and small streams, with the Texas Hill Country noted as particularly vulnerable.