Thunderstorms swirled over the northern Plains early Monday -- raising fears of strong winds, damaging hail and tornadoes -- while a warm day dawned over the Midwest and Southeast.Thunderstorms were forecast in the Rockies and western Plains, though the focal point of the activity will most likely shift slightly to the east, with more storms occurring over the Plains than the eastern slopes of the mountains.
Clear skies were predicted over the East as high pressure builds. Temperatures were expected to be about the same as Sunday's highs, but abundant sunshine should make it feel warmer.
In the West, temperatures were to warm up as low pressure finally passes through the region and moves into the Intermountain region.
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