Severe storms approaching St. Louis area on Sunday night

A band of strong storms will move across the FOX 2 viewing area this evening, but the severity will be weaker compared to the Great Plains. Isolated wind gusts of up to 60 mph and hail are possible starting at 7 p.m., with a low risk of tornadic activity. The St. Louis metro area is on the northern edge of the concern. Storm risk will diminish after midnight, leading to calm weather into Monday. Following the front, there will be a few days of calm before rain and storm risks return mid-week, with Friday having the highest chance of precipitation.

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