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Dangerous storms bring tornado and flash floods risk to millions this weekend

2 sources2 storiesFirst seen 4/17/2026Score51Mixed Progress
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Dangerous storms bring tornado and flash floods risk to millions this weekend NBC NewsMultiple tornadoes spotted as severe thunderstorm outbreak begins in central US CNNDangerous severe storms set to ignite with strong tornadoes, 'monster' hail targeting 50M+ across 1,500 miles FOX WeatherMaps show more severe storms forecast for central U.S.

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after days of tornadoes, flooding CBS NewsSummary of the April 13, 2026 Hail and Tornadoes National Weather Service (.gov)

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Tornadoes and flooding are possible this weekend as roller-coaster weather sweeps the country, with some states experiencing summer-like temperatures as high as 90 degrees despite being in the middle of spring

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