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Derecho likely across Northern Plains, Midwest Monday

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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
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