Severe Weather Warning: Tornadoes, Hail Threaten Central US

Severe Weather Threat Looms Over Central US Plains. A significant severe weather threat is expected to impact portions of the central United States on Monday, May 19, 2025. The Storm Prediction Center has flagged an area encompassing North Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri, and parts of Nebraska as having an elevated risk. While the precise location of the most intense weather remains uncertain, meteorologists warn of a high likelihood of tornadoes, damaging winds, and large hail. "The atmosphere is going to be extremely favorable for those areas," stated one meteorologist in a recent video update. Climatologically, this period in May is known for severe weather activity in this region, making the forecast particularly concerning. Residents in the affected areas are urged to monitor weather reports closely and take necessary precautions.