Severe storms threaten Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma again

A dangerous weather front is threatening areas in Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma that were hit by deadly tornadoes just a week ago. On Saturday, these states experienced heavy rain and hail. Meteorologists warn that high winds and potential tornadoes could cause more damage from the Mississippi Valley to the South over the next few days. Forecaster Kwan-Yin Kong stated that the main dangers are strong wind gusts, large hail, and possible tornadoes. The recent tornado outbreak caused over 40 deaths and devastated communities across several states, destroying homes and businesses, and leaving many people without power. The severe weather on Sunday is expected to affect states including Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama, and Texas. Wind gusts could reach 60 to 70 mph in some areas. Meanwhile, the Upper Midwest will see cold air bring moderate to heavy snow, with some regions expecting up to 8 inches overnight. On the East Coast, North Carolina faces a risk of wildfires due to low humidity and strong winds. There are currently at least three major wildfires in the state, prompting the Forest Service to ban all open burning. In South Carolina, Governor Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency to support firefighting efforts against the ongoing Table Rock Fire. Violators of the burning ban in South Carolina could face jail time.