Chicago, IL – A powerful storm system is expected to bring severe weather across 10 states this Friday and Saturday, with threats of tornadoes, large hail, and damaging winds from northern Illinois and Iowa to Texas and Louisiana. The system will impact regions across the Midwest and South, including Missouri, Arkansas, Tennessee, Oklahoma, and Mississippi.
According to the National Weather Service, the storms will begin Friday, March 14, over the Mid and Lower Mississippi Valley, intensifying as they move east into Saturday, March 15. The primary hazards include the potential for strong tornadoes, swaths of damaging wind gusts, and large hail.
Meteorologists warn that while the storm’s exact track may shift, residents should prepare for severe conditions. Areas at the highest risk include portions of Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, and Texas, where atmospheric conditions may support intense storm development.
Officials advise staying updated on forecasts and having multiple ways to receive emergency alerts. Residents in the affected states should prepare for possible power outages and have a shelter plan in case of tornado warnings. More updates are expected in the coming days as the storm’s path becomes clearer.
