This week, the Midwest and Plains are under significant threat from severe weather, including tornado watches and warnings issued for several states. Residents in Minnesota are experiencing tornado-warned storms, as reports of tornadoes emerge from both Minnesota and western Wisconsin. A chilling forecast predicts damaging winds of up to 75 mph, large hail, and a heightened risk of tornadoes across various regions, including parts of Michigan and Illinois. As severe storms approach, authorities urge residents to stay alert and prepared for potentially dangerous weather conditions into the weekend. The Storm Prediction Center has issued a Level 3 out of 5 risk for several areas, with major storms expected to escalate Friday. Weather Alert Days have been declared, with significant attention on damaging winds, large hail, and possible tornadoes through the coming days.