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Severe Storms, Tornadoes Threaten Plains and Midwest This Weekend

4/11/2026

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Severe storms are forecast for the Plains and Midwest starting Saturday, with tornadoes, hail, and damaging winds.
The highest risk areas include western Texas and eastern New Mexico, where large hail and strong winds may occur.
The threat persists into next week as Gulf moisture moves north and a trough in the West enhances severe weather.
Flash flooding is possible due to heavy rainfall despite ongoing drought.

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Story summary

Severe storms are forecast for the Plains and Midwest starting Saturday, with tornadoes, hail, and damaging winds.
The highest risk areas include western Texas and eastern New Mexico, where large hail and strong winds may occur.
The threat persists into next week as Gulf moisture moves north and a trough in the West enhances severe weather.
Flash flooding is possible due to heavy rainfall despite ongoing drought.