A storm that caused historic flooding, evacuations and rescues in the southwestern United States is moving east, bringing rain to parts of the midstate on Election Day, Tuesday, according to CNN. Despite expectations for a decline in weather conditions, rain and storms could affect turnout in key races across the Plains and Midwest, including Iowa, Kansas, East Texas and Northern Michigan. Forecasts indicate rain and wind gusts that could cause damage, with the possibility of a limited number of tornadoes forming in the central and southern plains region. Voters heading to the polls may encounter puddles of water on the roads. The network noted that several studies have concluded that stormy weather conditions tend to reduce turnout, while sunny weather contributes to its increase.

A storm that caused historic flooding, evacuations and rescues in the southwestern United States is moving east, bringing rain to parts of the midstate on Election Day, Tuesday, according to CNN. Despite expectations for a decline in weather conditions, rain and storms could affect turnout in key races across the Plains and Midwest, including Iowa, Kansas, East Texas and Northern Michigan. Forecasts indicate rain and wind gusts that could cause damage, with the possibility of a limited number of tornadoes forming in the central and southern plains region. Voters heading to the polls may encounter puddles of water on the roads. The network noted that several studies have concluded that stormy weather conditions tend to reduce turnout, while sunny weather contributes to its increase.