Stormy Weather Returns To The Central Plains

Robust thunderstorms continue to rampage across the central U.S. this evening. Damaging wind gusts, large hail and even a few tornadoes will be possible into the start of the weekend.

Parts of Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri, Iowa and the Panhandles of both Texas and Oklahoma will be in the crosshairs of numerous robust thunderstorms tonight, where the Storm Prediction Center has issued a Slight Risk for severe weather. An Enhanced Risk covers an area from southeastern Nebraska to northeastern Kansas, northwestern Missouri and southwestern Iowa. Storms are expected to march eastward towards Iowa and western Missouri into the overnight hours.

Large hail and damaging winds will be the main concern, but a couple of tornadoes could also develop tonight. Southeastern Nebraska as well as northeastern Kansas will have the best chance for severe weather.

Further west, more marginal instability will be in place across parts of the central Great Basin. Pockets of strong to severe storms capable of producing gusty winds could develop around Salt Lake City, Elko, Nev., and Pocatello, Idaho.

The best way to remain safe is to stay prepared and informed about your local weather. Have a severe weather kit packed with a battery-operated radio, water and non-perishable food items should you be without power for long periods of time. Also, check the WeatherBug app frequently for any updates on today's severe weather. Remember, “When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!”