Dangerous Storms & Flooding Concerns Front Range into the Heartland

Clusters of thunderstorms will bring dangerous hazards to the Central Plains today along with flooding rainfall concerns further east.

A low pressure system meandering in the central U.S. will help severe thunderstorms form along and just east of the Front Range this afternoon and evening. Meanwhile, a separate weather maker will continue to create flash flooding concerns from the Midwest to the Deep South.

The Storm Prediction Center has highlighted a Slight Risk (Level 2 of 5) from southeastern Wyoming and the Colorado Front Range to southeastern Kansas. Cities included are Cheyenne Wyo., Denver, McCook, Neb., and Wichita, Kan. Hazards include very large hail, wind gusts near 70 mph and above, and a few tornadoes.

The storms will likely form in clusters along the Front Range and over the Central Plains this afternoon before tracking into eastern Kansas and western Missouri tonight and early Tuesday morning.

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A stalled out front draped across the Midwest along with an upper level disturbance and moisture will continue to produce flash flooding concerns today and Tuesday for the Ozarks, Midwest, Tennessee Valley, and parts of the Deep South.

Flash Flood Watches are in effect from northeastern Oklahoma to southeastern Iowa and northwestern Illinois southward all the way to northwestern Alabama and northwestern Georgia. A general 2 to 3 inches of rain is expected across this large area but some locations could pick up 5 to 8 inches, especially in the Ozarks.

Make sure to know the difference between a watch and a warning should they be issued. A "watch" means that conditions are favorable for severe weather to occur, and to be on alert for any rapidly changing conditions. A "warning" means that severe weather is imminent, and you should act fast to remain safe.

The best way to remain safe is to stay prepared and informed about your local weather. Have a severe weather kit packed with a battery-operated radio, water, and non-perishable food items. Also, check the WeatherBug app frequently for any updates on today's severe weather. Remember, "When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!"