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A new series of severe storms threatens much of the United States with torrential rain, hail and strong wind gusts over several consecutive days.
Meteorologists warn that the system will affect from the south to the northeast of the country, including some of the most important urban and transportation corridors
This system will extend from Texas to New England, crossing key cities in the east of the country and central areas where heavy rainfall and dangerous winds are expected.
Severe storm alert in all these areas of the country
Experts from AccuWeather predict more than 1,600 kilometers with several severe weather hotspots that will move throughout the week.
The main risks include:
- Wind gusts near 80 km/h or more
- Large hail
- Heavy rain capable of causing flash flooding
All areas under alert today, Wednesday, May 20
Two major severe storms are forecast for today.
East Coast storm, will affect cities such as
- Boston
- New York
- Philadelphia
- Washington D.C.
- Richmond
Southwest storm, which will affect cities such as
- Amarillo
- Lubbock
- Odessa
- Tucumcari
- Roswell
In certain areas, it is indicated that wind gusts could reach up to 137 km/h.
Alert for Thursday due to intense storms
On this day, the threat of severe weather is focused on
- Central Texas
- Oklahoma
- Arkansas
- Louisiana
- Western Mississippi
In this area, the greatest risk will be the rapid accumulation of rain and flash flooding, although some storms could also produce winds between 80 and 96 km/h.
What will happen on Friday with the storms
On Friday the system will intensify again in parts of the Great Plains, especially in:
- Southeast Colorado
- Northeast New Mexico
- Western Oklahoma
The advice is to stay alert to weather warnings in case there is any important update.