Severe thunderstorms along a frontal system in the Midwest were producing large hail, strong winds, and rain at the time of the image. GOES-8 image.
Image ID: spac0378, NOAA In Space Collection Photo Date: 1999 May 17 2315 UTC Credit: NOAA/NESDIS Operational Significant Event Imagery Category: Space/Imagery Visible/ • High Resolution Photo Available
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