Destructive thunderstorms hit the Midwest as extreme heat dome puts 165 million in danger

A powerful series of storms has swept through the Midwest, causing significant damage, including downed trees and power lines, leaving over 170,000 customers without electricity across several states. Wind gusts exceeding 90 mph have been reported, with continued severe thunderstorms expected to bring damaging winds and flash flooding as they move eastward through the region.

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