A pair of cross-country storms are developing and are pushing from the corners into the Midwest, allowing for rounds of heavy rain and a barrage of severe weather, threatening millions across the South with potential tornadoes,

WHAT: Approaching Storm System Brings the First Threat for Severe Storms in 2026 Prompting a Storm 5 Alert THREATS: Heavy Downpours Could Lead to Flash Flooding, Damaging Wind, Low Chance of Tornadoes. All of the NewsChannel 5 coverage area is under a risk for severe weather Friday. Everyone is under a 1 out of 5 threat for severe storms.

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A powerful line of thunderstorms produced at least two radar-confirmed tornadoes in Mississippi around 6:30 a.m. CT.

Meteorologist Stacia Knight tracks severe storms moving through Oklahoma, bringing heavy rain and potential impacts to the morning commute.

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