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Severe Storms Forecast: Tornadoes and Flooding Threaten U.S.

3/10/2026

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Summary

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Severe storms are forecast across the United States this week, with risks of hail, damaging winds, tornadoes, and flooding, and similar weather is expected on Tuesday and Wednesday.
The warning follows storms that caused at least six fatalities in Michigan and Oklahoma.
Meteorologist Matt Mosier reported 11 tornadoes on Thursday and Friday, including an EF3 in Union City, Michigan that killed three and injured 12, per the National Weather Service.

History

Historical Context

The Great Storm of 1938 struck New England on September 21, causing over 600 fatalities and winds exceeding 186 miles per hour. This catastrophic event devastated cities like Providence and Hartford, highlighting the region's vulnerability to extreme weather. Understanding this storm informs current preparedness strategies, as severe storms continue to threaten communities across the United States today.

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Story summary

Severe storms are forecast across the United States this week, with risks of hail, damaging winds, tornadoes, and flooding, and similar weather is expected on Tuesday and Wednesday.
The warning follows storms that caused at least six fatalities in Michigan and Oklahoma.
Meteorologist Matt Mosier reported 11 tornadoes on Thursday and Friday, including an EF3 in Union City, Michigan that killed three and injured 12, per the National Weather Service.

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