Rare Derecho Storms with Damaging Winds and Flash Floods

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, warns that a rare and dangerous derecho storm is likely to hit the central United States, with high potential for damaging winds and flash flooding. McIntyre cites meteorologists at AccuWeather, who emphasize that extreme heat, moisture, and a moving cold front are setting the stage for this high-impact weather event, especially across the Plains and Midwest. Areas like South Dakota are already under high-risk alerts as thunderstorms build momentum.