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A fresh wave of hazardous severe weather is breaking out across Iowa, Missouri, and Illinois today as the same storm system that wreaked havoc in Nebraska and Kansas last weekend continues its journey eastward. The Storm Prediction Center has issued severe weather alerts affecting more than 50 million individuals. Des Moines, Kansas City, and Chicago fall within the area at risk for tornadoes.
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00:00A dangerous new tornado outbreak is unfolding right now across the Midwest.
00:04Just days after deadly storms ripped through Nebraska and Kansas,
00:08another severe weather wave is exploding across the region.
00:12Meteorologists say the atmosphere is once again primed for violent storms.
00:16Massive tornado watches now stretch from Iowa and Missouri all the way into Illinois.
00:22More than 50 million Americans are currently inside the active danger zone.
00:28Warm, humid air, powerful wind shear, and a fast-moving cold front
00:32are creating the perfect setup for destructive tornadoes.
00:36Cities including Des Moines, Kansas City, and even Chicago could see severe impacts tonight.
00:43Emergency managers across multiple states are already on high alert.
00:47As conditions continue to rapidly intensify,
00:51forecasters warn this storm system could produce damaging winds, giant hail,
00:55and strong tornadoes after dark.
00:58Officials are urging residents to stay weather-aware
01:01and have shelter plans ready immediately.
01:04This is an active and evolving severe weather emergency
01:07if you are anywhere in the affected zone.
01:10Do not ignore warnings tonight.
01:12Good night.
01:12Good night.
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