Midwest braces for intense tornado threat as severe weather outbreak puts millions at risk

Name: Midwest braces for intense tornado threat as severe weather outbreak puts millions at risk
Uploaded: 2026-04-27T12:49:00-04:00
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Description: The risk for intense tornadoes and significant severe weather is expected to ramp up through tonight, with increasing confidence in EF-3+ tornado potential. A Level 4/5 risk is in place for southeast Missouri and southwest Illinois. Latest:

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Midwest braces for intense tornado threat as severe weather outbreak puts millions at risk

The risk for intense tornadoes and significant severe weather is expected to ramp up through tonight, with increasing confidence in EF-3+ tornado potential. A Level 4/5 risk is in place for southeast Missouri and southwest Illinois. Latest:

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