Why Are Severe Thunderstorms Unlikely to Be Widespread?

Recent Derecho Activity

Two recent derechos have raised concerns about widespread severe thunderstorms. However, experts believe that these storms will be isolated and not widespread.

Isolated Storms

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued an Enhanced Risk of Severe Thunderstorms for today and tonight. However, these storms are expected to be isolated and not widespread.

The NWS has defined the risk areas as:

Eastern Iowa
Northern Illinois
Southern Wisconsin

The storms are expected to produce damaging winds, large hail, and heavy rain. However, the NWS does not expect these storms to be widespread.

Derecho Impacts

Derechos are widespread, long-lived windstorms that can cause significant damage. The two recent derechos caused widespread power outages and damage to homes and businesses.

The NWS is urging residents in the affected areas to be prepared for severe weather. Residents should have a plan in place in case of power outages and other emergencies.

Conclusion

While severe thunderstorms are possible today and tonight, they are not expected to be widespread. The NWS has issued an Enhanced Risk of Severe Thunderstorms for parts of the Midwest, but these storms are expected to be isolated.

Residents in the affected areas should be prepared for severe weather, but they should not be overly concerned about widespread damage.