A strong storm system moving across the country this weekend will bring a threat for severe weather to portions of the Ohio and Mississippi River Valleys Sunday. Damaging winds are the main threat as several lines of thunderstorms move through the region. In addition to the severe threat, this system will bring heavy rains and possible flooding further north in parts of Michigan.
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