A significant outbreak of severe weather is set to impact the central and southern United States, with the potential for tornadoes, large hail, and damaging winds. Kansas City is facing an escalating threat of severe storms as historic flooding risks loom, prompting flood watches across many areas. With forecasts indicating significant rainfall of 5-8+ inches, a life-threatening flood risk extends from the South to the Midwest. Multiple states are under storm warnings, leading to a Weather Alert Day due to the increased likelihood of severe storms, particularly on Wednesday. Communities from Illinois to Ohio are bracing for hazardous conditions, including heavy rain and the risk of tornadoes, underscoring the severity of the situation as the region confronts a marathon of active weather.