A derecho (cluster of long-lived thunderstorms producing widespread wind damage) is looking more likely to develop across the Northern Plains and Midwest Monday afternoon into Monday night.
Breakdown
- Storm Prediction Center issues level 4 out of 5 severe weather alert.
- The high-risk area is marked in purple, indicating a very likely threat. 8s
- Storms have already begun in Montana, marking the start of the event. 12s
- The severe weather outlook covers a full 24-hour period. 21s
- Maximum wind threat is expected through the Sioux region. 32s