Severe storms with rain, hail and strong winds roar from Midwest to New England
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Storms with the potential for hail, flooding and, in a few cases, tornadoes, churned up the air from southern Texas to northern New York on Tuesday. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. Nearly 16 million people from Texas to the Northeast were subject to flood and severe thunderstorm watches and warnings Tuesday night, with more than 600,000 facing the possibility of tornadoes, according to the National Weather Service.
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Main Idea: Severe storms swept from the Midwest to New England, causing hail, flooding, power outages and at least one deadly electrocution linked to downed lines in Pittsburgh.
Key Points:
- Nearly 16 million people were under flood and severe thunderstorm watches or warnings, and more than 600,000 were also facing tornado risk.
- Storms left more than 730,000 electric customers without power across several states, including Pennsylvania and New York.
- Pittsburgh Public Safety said a pedestrian who touched a downed power line appeared to be fatally electrocuted, and it warned people to stay clear of fallen lines and debris.
- The storm system also brought tornadoes, large hail and wind damage across several states, and more flooding and heavy rain were expected in parts of Texas, Oklahoma and Arkansas.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
Severe storms can cut power, flood roads, and damage homes and businesses, disrupting work, travel, and daily life for millions.
Positive Impact
Pittsburgh Public Safety and other local crews can use warnings to clear hazards and reduce injuries, though fast-changing storms still leave some risk.
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