Heavy Rain and Storms: What's Happening Across the Country

Two big storms are moving across the country. They are bringing heavy rain and strong winds to many states. This is not good news for people living east of the Mississippi River. The first storm is already causing problems. It started in the Four Corners area and is moving east. It is bringing rain to Oklahoma, Missouri, and Kansas. By the end of the day, it will reach Chicago and other parts of the Midwest. The rain will continue into the evening. The first storm is also causing thunderstorms in the Mississippi River Valley. This area includes places like St. Louis, Oklahoma City, and Monroe, Louisiana. The main danger is strong winds, but there could also be brief tornadoes. The second storm is forming and will bring more rain to the same areas. This includes the Midwest, Mississippi Valley, and Tennessee Valley.On Friday, the Deep South will face the worst weather. A cold front from the first storm will move into this area. This could cause severe thunderstorms. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued a warning. They say there is a risk of severe thunderstorms for more than 8 million people. This includes cities like Memphis, Jackson, and Baton Rouge. These storms could bring strong winds, hail, and even tornadoes. The second storm will also cause flash flooding. NOAA has issued a warning for Middle Tennessee, Mississippi, and northern Alabama. They expect 2-3 inches of rain, with some areas getting up to 5 inches. This could lead to flash floods. The rain from the first storm will reach the Northeast and New England on Friday. This includes cities like Washington D. C. , Philadelphia, New York City, and Boston. The weekend will be wet for the East Coast. Rain will linger in the Southeast on Saturday morning. By the afternoon, the second storm will move into the Great Lakes region. Showers and thunderstorms are expected in the Northeast and New England coasts through Saturday. The weather should improve by late Sunday, with most areas drying out by Monday.