Severe Thunderstorms and Flood Advisory Hit Central United States

Severe weather alerts have been issued across several central states in the United States, including Minnesota, Arizona, Oklahoma, and South Dakota. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued Severe Thunderstorm Warnings for various counties, with hazards ranging from ping pong ball-sized hail to 60 mph wind gusts. These severe thunderstorms are expected to cause damage to roofs, siding, windows, vehicles, and trees, posing risks to people and animals outdoors.

In addition to the Severe Thunderstorm Warnings, a Flood Advisory has been issued for southeastern Pinal County in Arizona due to excessive rainfall causing small stream flooding. Doppler radar has indicated heavy rain from thunderstorms, with between 1 and 2 inches of rain already fallen in some areas. The advisory warns of rises in small streams and normally dry washes, potentially making some low-water crossings impassable.

Furthermore, a Beach Hazards Statement has been released for the beaches north of Hatteras Inlet in North Carolina, warning of dangerous rip currents that can sweep swimmers away from shore into deeper water. The statement advises caution and highlights the most likely time for strong rip currents to occur.

These weather events underscore the importance of staying informed and prepared for severe weather conditions. It is crucial for residents in the affected areas to heed the warnings issued by the NWS, take necessary precautions to ensure their safety, and monitor updates from reliable sources.

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References:
– NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN: [Severe Thunderstorm Warning](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.441f0fdf1e3a8819294398102e312d38c1f0c81d.001.1.cap)
– NWS Tucson AZ: [Flood Advisory](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.c1f1e536ccb63b05dfd752815cfbd25bebf0794e.001.1.cap)
– NWS Newport/Morehead City NC: [Beach Hazards Statement](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.6a7555acb10be7f46826e8c70fe7943fa2ce0606.001.2.cap)

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