HAILSTORMS

May 18 2026WEATHER

Severe storms loom over the Plains: What to expect today

The northern Plains are bracing for a serious storm day as weather patterns shift dangerously. A Tornado Watch covers parts of Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Minnesota until 10 p. m. , with no signs of letting up soon. The FOX Forecast Center warns that supercell thunderstorms could spin up fast,

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May 16 2026WEATHER

When big storms roll in: Who’s most at risk this weekend

A long stretch of states from Wisconsin down to Texas is bracing for rough weather starting Friday. Over seven million people live in areas where the chance of huge hail is highest, especially across Iowa and nearby Midwest states. The storms could bring hailstones as wide as a baseball and even spi

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