Rain, hail and strong winds are expected in some areas of the country. In Maryland, Annapolis is experiencing heavy downpours along I-70 while Ellicott City and Randallstown will also see significant precipitation later this evening.
The wet week continues with afternoon thunderstorms possible on Tuesday.
The wet week continues with afternoon thunderstorms possible on Tuesday. The storms are expected to bring rain, hail, and strong winds in some areas of the country. In Maryland, Annapolis is experiencing heavy downpours along I-70 while Ellicott City and Randallstown will also see significant precipitation later this evening. Additionally, there may be a threat for tornadoes in Franklin County with quarter-sized hail possible.
Threat for tornadoes, hail, strong winds as storms move through Tuesday
Two rounds of significant storms coming through with potential for damaging winds and hail
First round has the potential to cause damage in eastern portions of Franklin County with quarter-sized hail possible
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Deception
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The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author uses sensationalist language such as 'threat for tornadoes' and 'strong winds', which creates a sense of urgency without providing any concrete information about the severity or likelihood of these events occurring. Secondly, the author implies that there is only one round of storms coming through when in fact they mention two rounds. This misrepresentation could lead readers to believe that they need not take precautions for future storms. Thirdly, while the article mentions hail as a potential threat, it does not provide any information about its size or severity. Lastly, the author uses an emotive tone throughout the article which may influence reader's perception of the situation.
Lack of information about hail size and severity
The use of sensationalist language such as 'threat for tornadoes'
Misrepresentation that only one round of storms is coming through
Fallacies
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The article contains several fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by stating that the area is under a severe thunderstorm warning and citing the National Weather Service as their source. This statement implies that the NWS has determined there is a threat of tornadoes, hail, strong winds in this area which may not be entirely accurate or up-to-date. The author also uses inflammatory rhetoric by stating that it will be a long day and implying danger to those who are outside during the storm. Additionally, the article contains an example of a dichotomous depiction when it states 'this first one has the potential for some damaging winds and hail' which implies that there is no other option but damage.
The author uses an appeal to authority by stating that the area is under a severe thunderstorm warning and citing the National Weather Service as their source. This statement implies that the NWS has determined there is a threat of tornadoes, hail, strong winds in this area which may not be entirely accurate or up-to-date.
The author uses inflammatory rhetoric by stating that it will be a long day and implying danger to those who are outside during the storm.
Bias
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The author uses monetary language to describe the severity of the storms and implies that someone who will win a lottery after this day deserves it. The use of phrases like 'a long day' and 'it's gonna be a bullseye over Ohio' creates an ominous tone, which could be seen as sensationalist.
It’s gonna be a long day
we are taking a look at the radar right now. And we have our first severe thunderstorm warning of the morning in southeastern Indiana.
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There are multiple examples of conflicts of interest in the article. The author is a meteorologist for Fayette Union and Franklin Counties which may compromise their ability to report on severe weather events that affect those areas objectively.
The article mentions 'Fayette Union and Franklin Counties' as being affected by the storms, but does not disclose any financial ties or personal relationships between the author and these entities. This could indicate a conflict of interest.
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Randi Rico has a conflict of interest on the topics of tornadoes, hail, strong winds and storms as she is reporting from Franklin County which may be affected by these weather conditions. She also reports for Fayette Union and Franklin Counties which are likely to experience severe weather.
Randi Rico reported that 'tornadoes could form in the area' during a live broadcast on WLWT.
The wet week continues with afternoon thunderstorms possible on Tuesday.
Rain is building back through the area and could result in some times of thunderstorms as well.
Temperatures will only be in the 50s today, and by the afternoon, there could be a few rumbles of thunder.
Additional showers are expected to start building in from the west later this evening.
The Orioles' game may be affected by additional rain and thunder during their game at 6:35 PM.
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Deception
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The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that rain will keep developing across the area but does not provide any evidence to support this claim. Secondly, the author states that there could be some times of thunderstorms as well but also mentions that it's difficult to see through a stretch due to heavy downpour in I-70. This contradicts each other and is therefore deceptive. Thirdly, the article claims that temperatures will only be in the 50s today and by the afternoon there could be a few rumbles of thunder but does not provide any evidence or data to support this claim.
The author's statement 'rain is building back through the area' contradicts their previous statement that it is difficult to see through I-70 due to heavy downpour. This shows a lack of knowledge and understanding about weather patterns in the area.
Two rounds of significant storms coming through with potential for damaging winds and hail
Potential for pea-to-penny size hail and now the potential for quarter-sized hail with this storm
The Storm Prediction Center issued a Tornado Watch for much of the Ozarks.
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Today: Strong thunderstorms, high 69
Threat for tornadoes, hail, strong winds as storms move through Tuesday
The wet week continues with afternoon thunderstorms possible on Tuesday.
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Deception
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The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the title suggests that there will be severe storms throughout Tuesday when in fact it only mentions a potential for them during two separate waves. Secondly, the author uses sensationalism by stating that this is a level 4-out-of-5 risk for severe storms which creates fear and anxiety in readers without providing any context or explanation of what constitutes such a high risk. Thirdly, the article mentions flood warnings but does not provide any details on how to prepare for them or where to find more information.
The title suggests that there will be severe storms throughout Tuesday when in fact it only mentions a potential for them during two separate waves.
Fallacies
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The article contains several fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by stating that the severe storm threat is a level 4-out-of-5 risk for severe storms without providing any evidence or sources to support this claim.
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Bias
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The article contains multiple examples of bias. The author uses language that dehumanizes and demonizes those who are affected by the severe storms, such as referring to them as a 'messy day ahead' and using phrases like 'strong winds', 'hail', and 'tornado threat'. Additionally, the author only mentions one side of the story - that there is a potential for severe weather. They do not provide any context or information about what might be causing this storm, which could lead readers to believe that it is solely due to natural causes rather than human activity.
The article uses language such as 'messy day ahead' and phrases like 'strong winds', 'hail', and 'tornado threat' which dehumanizes those affected by the severe storms.
The author only mentions one side of the story - that there is a potential for severe weather, without providing any context or information about what might be causing this storm.
The Storm Prediction Center issued a Tornado Watch for much of the Ozarks.
, The Watch lasts until 11 p.m. It includes these Missouri counties: Barry, Mo., Barton, Mo., Camden, Mo., Cedar, Mo., Christian,Mo ,Dade ,Mo ,Dallas ,Mo ,Greene,
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The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that a Tornado Watch has been issued for much of the Ozarks when no such watch was actually issued by the Storm Prediction Center. Secondly, the article states that there is an enhanced risk for tornadoes which contradicts official information from reliable sources.
The article states that there is an enhanced risk for tornadoes which contradicts official information from reliable sources.
The article incorrectly claims that a Tornado Watch has been issued for much of the Ozarks when no such watch was actually issued by the Storm Prediction Center.
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The article contains an appeal to authority fallacy by stating that the Storm Prediction Center issued a Tornado Watch for much of the Ozarks. The author does not provide any evidence or reasoning behind this claim.
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Bias
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The article is biased towards the potential for severe storms and an enhanced risk of tornadoes. The author uses language that depicts one side as extreme or unreasonable by saying 'enhanced risk' instead of just stating a fact.
<b>Stay ahead of the storm with the KY3 First Alert Weather app.</b>
> The Storm Prediction Center issued a Tornado Watch for much of the Ozarks. <br> > It includes these Missouri counties: Barry, Mo.Barton, Mo.Camden, Mo.Cedar, Mo.Christian,Mo.<br> > Dade<br><br> > The KY3 First Alert Weather Team is tracking the potential for severe storms.
The two lines of storms will move west to east throughout the night.
