Toronto area under severe thunderstorm warning

The National Weather Service says scattered strong to severe storms are possible over much of southeast South Dakota, northwest Iowa, and southwest Minnesota. The official definition for this classification is that “numerous severe storms” are possible within 25 miles of your location in the county.

The Chicago area is in the enhanced risk category for severe weather, including heavy rain, lightning, gusty wind and hail.

Once the storms pass through, cooler and drier air will cover the area for the new work week.

After the system moves through, a few showers could develop late Sunday night or early Monday morning, but severe weather is not expected to strike again. The storms should be exiting the Stateline by 10 pm, with calmer weather overnight. This watch will likely be extended southwards and eastwards throughout the afternoon as this dynamic thunderstorm situation continues to develop. Remember, severe thunderstorms can produce tornadoes. Have your weather radio on and ready as well to receive any potential severe weather reports.