Severe Storms, Flood Threats Hit Midwest and South

Severe weather, including strong thunderstorms and heavy rainfall, is impacting several regions of the Midwest and South through early next week. Northeast Kansas is experiencing thunderstorms with rainfall rates up to 3 inches per hour, creating a risk of flash flooding and gusty winds up to 60 mph, with a flood watch in effect until Monday morning. Northwestern Illinois, southwest Wisconsin, northeast Iowa, and southern Minnesota are bracing for widespread storms and heavy rain, with lingering showers through Tuesday. Nebraska recently saw storms with gusts exceeding 80 mph, and further widespread storms and heavy rain are forecast for late Saturday and early Sunday. East Texas, South Carolina, and New Orleans will see isolated to scattered showers and increasing rain chances, with temperatures near or just below seasonal averages. Residents in affected areas are advised to monitor weather alerts and take precautions against flooding and severe weather.