The Daily Weather Update from FOX Weather: Dangerous thunderstorms expected in heartland
Start your day with the latest weather news – Energy from a storm system that pounded California over the weekend is moving into the central U.S. Dangerous thunderstorms are expected to develop Monday.
Weather in America: April 1, 2024
FOX Weather has you covered with the breaking forecasts and weather news headlines for your Weather in America on Monday, April 1, 2024. Get the latest from FOX Weather Meteorologist Marissa Torres.
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Widespread severe weather threat begins Monday
Energy from a powerful storm system that drenched California over Easter weekend is moving into the central U.S., where it will stir up dangerous thunderstorms Monday. The highest risk of severe weather is in a swath that stretches from North Texas to the Midwest. By Tuesday, the highest risk moves east and covers much of Kentucky and parts of Indiana, Tennessee, Mississippi and Alabama.

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Spring snow this week could lead to tricky travel across Northeast, New England
As the storm causing severe weather moves east later this week, it is expected to combine with a low-pressure system moving up the East Coast. This could lead to an early-spring winter storm across the Northeast and New England, which could make for messy travel across the regions.

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Eclipse 2024 countdown
There is just one week until a total solar eclipse crosses the U.S. FOX Weather continues to update its official forecast for April 8th, which shows who has the best chance of having clear skies during the astronomical event.
Don’t forget to use Futureview in the FOX Weather app to track the forecast for the big day.
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Prepping your lawn, garden for spring
As the temperatures rise, it's time to start thinking about lawn care. FOX Weather Meteorologist Britta Merwin says an early leaf out is expected, meaning you'll need to start cleaning up your lawn and garden earlier than usual.
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