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Severe thunderstorm watch issued for region

June 23, 2015 12:00 am • Last Updated: June 23, 2015 11:50 am

A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for region until 4 p.m., the National Weather Service said.

The storm may bring large hail, the weather service said, along with torrential downpours and localized flooding.

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