Over the course of Friday to Saturday, close to 15 million people in the Central states will be at risk from powerful thunderstorms, including tornadoes.
Cities in the forecast zone are Madison, Des Moines, Kansas City, and Oklahoma City.
Warm, tranquil weather over the middle of the nation that started the week is taking a dramatic turn for the worst Friday.
Thunderstorms will do more than mark an end to the buildup of warmth, cause travel delays and disruptions to outdoor plans. Severe weather will threaten lives and property from the Upper Midwest to the southern Plains. People should monitor the situation carefully.
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