Thursday Severe Weather Update

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12 Jul 2018 5:16 AM
We are looking at a strong chance for large hail, damaging winds over parts of the Upper Midwest today and tonight.  Heavy rain will also lead to an increased risk of flash flooding.

Severe Outlook

  You can see a slight risk of severe storms today from Northern Nebraska to the Western UP of Michigan.  So cities like Wausau, Minneapolis and Sioux Falls will need to be weather aware today.

Severe Risks

Large hail and damaging winds will be the primary weather risks for these areas today.

Forecast

Showers and storms will start up in the afternoon and should last through the evening.

Rainfall Forecast

Heavy rain will lead to the potential for flash flooding...especially over areas of Iowa, Minnesota and Wisconsin. Keep checking WeatherNation for the very latest updates.   Meteorologist Patrick Crawford
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