A persistent pattern of dangerous thunderstorms is set to impact over 100 million people across dozens of states east of the Rockies, particularly throughout the southern U.S., with a daily barrage of severe storms and drenching rain expected through the first full weekend of June and into next week. AccuWeather meteorologists are urging vigilance as the hot, humid summer air continues to fuel this prolonged period of hazardous weather.
Since the beginning of June, the region has already experienced hundreds of reports of wind damage, large hail, and even a few tornadoes. Many of the same areas that have recently been hit will need to remain alert for ongoing storminess, potentially lasting until at least Monday.
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