Pittsburgh Faces Enhanced Risk of Severe Storms, Tornadoes Expected

Several regions across the Midwest and North Texas are facing heightened severe weather risks this week as cold fronts move through, bringing threats of damaging winds, large hail, and the possibility of tornadoes. Pittsburgh is under an Enhanced Risk for severe storms Tuesday afternoon and evening, with the National Weather Service warning of wind gusts up to 60 mph, heavy rainfall, and a high chance of power outages. Local utilities like Duquesne Light are increasing staffing and urging residents to prepare emergency kits and keep devices charged. Similarly, Bartholomew County, Indiana, is also at an enhanced risk for severe storms, though NOAA weather radios will be unavailable due to system upgrades, prompting officials to advise residents to rely on alternative alert methods and take safety precautions. In North Texas, the main severe weather threat is expected on Wednesday, with storms capable of producing tornadoes, damaging winds, and large hail, while additional rain is possible later in the week but with lower risk. Residents in all affected areas are encouraged to monitor weather alerts, have multiple ways to receive warnings, and be ready to shelter if necessary.