Severe Weather Produces 16 Tornadoes Across Midwest, Thousands Affected

A severe weather outbreak has affected the U.S. Midwest, producing multiple tornadoes, damaging winds, and large hail across several states. On June 16, Minnesota experienced 14 confirmed tornadoes causing power outages and property damage, with significant impacts near Nisswa and other communities. Nebraska saw a long-track tornado lasting over an hour near North Platte, with storm chasers capturing dramatic footage of the event alongside a rainbow. Severe storms earlier in the week also brought record wind gusts in Wichita, Kansas, causing widespread power outages. The National Weather Service has warned of continued severe weather threats along major interstates I-57 and I-65, with the potential to disrupt travel due to tornadoes, hail, and damaging winds during peak hours. Forecasters emphasize the risk of sudden visibility drops, debris, and flooding, urging caution for drivers in the central Midwest as storms persist.