Strong storms are expected to fire up along a trough of low pressure Thursday afternoon. This area of low pressure extends from the Dakotas into Kansas and will be the focus of the storm threat Thursday afternoon and evening.
![Severe Weather Threat in the High Plains Thursday](https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2018/08/2-19-728x408.jpg)
Storms that form along this boundary have the chance to become strong, even severe. A marginal and slight risk for severe weather is anticipated for the highlighted areas with hail and winds being most likely.
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There could even be a few isolated tornadoes, particularly for South Dakota and Kansas. Stay weather aware.
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This low pressure system continues to push east heading into Friday and our severe storm risk follows it.
![Severe Weather Threat in the High Plains Thursday](https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2018/08/6-2-728x408.jpg)
Friday's severe weather threats will be greatest over southern Minnesota, southwest Wisconsin, eastern Iowa and Northern Missouri.
For WeatherNation: Meteorologist
Emily Roehler