Extreme Fire Weather Concerns; Severe Thunderstorms from the Plains to Mississippi Valley

Extremely critical fire weather concerns for portions of the southern High Plans as strong wind and very dry conditions could result in rapid spread of any fires. Meanwhile, severe thunderstorms are expected once again across areas of the Central and Southern Plains, then spreading in the Mississippi Valley regions on Monday. Damaging winds, very large hail and strong tornadoes are possible. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Wed, Apr 29, 2026 at 4:12:52 am CDT

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Severe Wx Chance Midweek

Weekly Outlook

We have a level 1 of 5 risk for severe weather for Tuesday and Wednesday with main risks being large hail, damaging winds, lightning and locally heavy rainfall. The better chances for thunderstorms remains Wednesday as a cold front slowly approaches the area while Tuesday's chances are more conditional on if the cap breaks much like the past few days.

Extreme Fire Weather Concerns; Severe Thunderstorms from the Plains to Mississippi Valley

NWS Austin/San Antonio