Many areas under a Level 3 risk for severe weather may experience extreme wind gusts of 75 mph or higher, alongside large hail.

This marks the third consecutive weekend with significant severe weather risks across the central and eastern United States.

Approximately 170 million people across the United States, particularly in states like Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and parts of Florida, are currently under threat from severe weather, including potential tornadoes.

Meteorologists and emergency management officials have issued warnings as the severe weather is expected to impact a wide swath of the Midwest and Southern regions.

Storms are anticipated to intensify on Sunday afternoon and evening, with the potential for long-lived supercell storms capable of producing tornadoes.

On Saturday evening, severe thunderstorms are expected to develop in the Central Plains, particularly affecting northern Oklahoma and the Lower Missouri Valley.

The primary hazards for Saturday include golf ball to egg-sized hail and wind gusts exceeding 60 mph, with tornadoes possible in the expanded risk areas of Dallas-Fort Worth and Oklahoma City.

Meteorologists predict that intense storms may produce damaging winds and large hail, leading to widespread damage.

The National Weather Service has issued specific alerts and warnings as the storm system approaches, emphasizing the need for vigilance and preparedness.

By Monday, the storm system is projected to move towards the mid-Atlantic and Northeast, affecting over 90 million people in major metropolitan areas such as Philadelphia, New York City, and Boston.

Forecasters are particularly concerned about strong tornadoes of EF-2 strength or greater in regions from northern Mississippi to western Kentucky and southern Illinois.

Residents are advised to stay alert, monitor updates, and have emergency plans in place as the severe weather unfolds, particularly regarding shelter and safety measures.