'Marathon Stretch of Severe Weather' as Strong Winds, Tormadoes Loom

Accuweather reports that instances of 'severe weather' pertaining to strong winds, damaging hail, and isolated tornadoes will continue spreading across the Midwest for the remainder of April.

"This may feel like a marathon stretch of severe weather for many people in the central United States. Some communities are facing the threat of storms daily through early next week," the report claims.

Over the past two weeks, stretches of heavy winds, increased downpour, and thunderstorms have spread across the United States, ranging all the way from Texas to Indiana. While it initially seemed like these severe conditions would only last a few days, it now appears residents could be waiting until May before the weather returns to normal.

In at least 20 states across the U.S, residents can expect "damaging winds, hail, flooding downpours and tornadoes." These conditions will shift eastwards over the weekend, reaching as far as Pennsylvania before returning to the Great Plains early next week.

A fresh storm will emerge on Saturday night that's being described as the "most perilous phase" of this severe weather so far. It will reach from northern Kansas down to San Antonio, with the most dangerous conditions localizing in southern Oklahoma.

In this region, wind speeds could reach dangerous heights of 85 mph, while "destructive hail" and isolated tornadoes should also be expected. This storm will continue through Sunday, with the evening bringing a brief respite from the dangerous conditions.

Monday night will see these storms shift eastward, culminating over the Mississippi Valley with wind speeds of 90 mph and large hail expected. The storm will be centered in the St. Louis region and expand in all directions for hundreds of miles.

Accuweather's risk level has been increased from "moderate" to "high", warning residents of potentially destructive conditions that could damage homes or pose serious safety risks. The decision comes after more than 80 tornadoes were reported across the Midwest—a much higher number than initially expected.

Storms will continue into Tuesday across the Ohio Valley and mid-Atlantic region, reaching as far northeast as Buffalo. Some areas should expect isolated flooding due to increased downpour.

Visit the National Weather Service's official website for updates warnings and forecasts.