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Severe Weather, Including Hail and Tornadoes, Could Rattle the U.S. Midwest

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Severe Weather Outbreak Maps Tracker: Radar, Warnings, Storm Reports And More - The Weather Channel.

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Severe Weather Outbreak Maps Tracker: Radar, Warnings, Storm Reports And More The Weather ChannelSevere Weather Outbreak, Including Threat Of Strong Tornadoes, Continues Monday In Nebraska, Kansas, Iowa YahooIntense Storms Could Rattle the Midwest on Monday

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CBS News' Rob Marciano reports from Nebraska.

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Midwest, Monday's Forecast Shows

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Volatile spring weather is plaguing the nation from coast to coast Monday, with storms pounding the Midwest, snow in the Rockies and record-breaking heat in the East

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Some of the most severe weather in days could hit Monday afternoon, meteorologists said.

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Tornadoes and large hail are possible.

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**Summary:** Severe weather conditions, including tornadoes and hailstorms, are expected to impact the U.S. Midwest on Monday, with some of the most severe weather in days forecasted. **Why It Matters:** The potential for severe weather poses significant risks to infrastructure and public safety, necessitating increased preparedness measures

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