Severe Thunderstorms Are Expected Tomorrow to Impact 175 Million Americans

A massive storm system is set to bring severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, and flash flooding across the U.S., affecting 175 million people. High winds, hail, and power outages are expected. Stay updated on safety measures and travel disruptions.

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Mar 29, 2025 - 18:53 Updated: Apr 8, 2025 - 12:49
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Severe Thunderstorms Are Expected Tomorrow to Impact 175 Million Americans
A dark storm cloud stretching across the U.S. map with lightning bolts striking key regions. A bold alert banner reads: 175 Million at Risk – Severe Storms Incoming. Weather icons like wind, rain, and thunder appear around major cities.

A giant storm brewing in the United States is forecasted to produce a quantitatively great deal of thunderstorm activity, damaging winds, and tornadoes from this Sunday onwards. The meteorologists have warned that nearly 175 million people will be caught in this dangerous weather beginning in the Midwest and running through the East Coast.  

According to the National Weather Service (NWS), the states with maximum impact are:  

  • Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas—hail and tornado risks. summary.  
    - Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio - Expect heavy rain, flash flooding, and strong winds.  
    - New York, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey - Very strong storms with lots of lightning and wind damage.  
    - Southern states like Georgia and Alabama: Risk of tornado outbreaks.  

Maximum 80 mph wind gusts will result in power outages and property damage. Flash flooding will take place in urban areas and low-lying regions. Baseball-size hail will most likely happen in the Midwest. Tornado activity, some of which may measure EF-3 or better.  
  
The worst storms will take place sometime during Sunday night to early Monday. Gradually, over the week, the whole system would move eastward.  

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS: Here's what to do :

Officials suggest residents in high-risk areas take precautionary measures such as: 

Stay current on the news: local weather reports or alerts. Put outdoor items away: High winds can make loose objects act as dangerous projectiles. Prepare an emergency kit: Flashlights, batteries, water, and food such as canned chicken are important resources in a home emergency kit. Charge your devices: Likely, power outages should make it possible to keep them charged. Designate a safe shelter: for potential tornado incidence, determine a basement or interior room.  

Disruptions in flights and travel warnings  

Airlines have issued announcements warning about possible flight delays and cancellations, particularly at major airports in Chicago, Dallas, and New York. Thus, it is advisable for the travelers to check with their airlines in order to know about the current situation of flights.  

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