Residents in East Texas should be alert for possible severe storms on Thursday and Friday as a cold front moves through.

It's not necessarily a major storm, but we'll see a little of everything across the eastern two-thirds of the country into the weekend. Here's our latest forecast.

The first of two cross-country storm systems is moving out of the Four Corners region and pushing east, which will bring rain to millions across roughly 30 states, as well as a severe weather threat for parts of the Mid and Lower Mississippi Valley and a flood threat for the Southeast.

Morning showers will give way to scattered thunderstorms developing after midday, with the best chance for storms between 3 p.m. and 9 p.m. Friday. The timing is critical as you plan your afternoon and evening activities—keep an eye on conditions if you have outdoor plans during this window.

The Great Plains region, including Oklahoma and parts of Texas, is experiencing more frequent severe storms, according to a new report.

On Wednesday evening, a cold front will build from the west which has the potential to bring showers and storms.

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