While this storm won't produce blockbuster snow totals, it's notable for strong winds. Some areas in the Plains and upper Midwest could experience dangerous travel from blizzard or near-blizzard conditions.

Our latest temperature outlook through June shows an expanding area of heat in the West and Plains, while the Northeast may keep its cool much of spring.

Another severe weather threat is on our radar, but what makes it different from last weekend’s deadly outbreak? The lack of widespread instability and moisture — critical ingredients for severe weather — will make for a less intense threat across the Midwest and South midweek. However, the chances are not zero, so we cannot let down our guard completely. Places like Des Moines, Chicago, Indianapolis, Nashville and Jackson could see damaging winds and hail — and we can’t rule out an isolated tornado. Time out this week’s severe forecast here.

As deadly tornadoes swept through Alabama on Saturday, one family watched in horror as an EF2 twister ripped apart their farm in Gordo. Dramatic video shows the tornado destroying multiple chicken houses and sending debris flying.

The tropical weather outlook was issued midday Monday and highlighted a low-pressure system in the open Atlantic. No development was expected, but it served as a reminder that we have seen storms develop well before the June 1 start to the season in many recent years.