Wildfires Burn in Europe, Severe Weather Expected in US

Why it matters locally: Ohio residents, like those in many other states, should monitor local weather forecasts as severe storms are anticipated to affect various regions across the United States throughout Sunday.

Emergency crews in Europe are actively working to extinguish ongoing wildfires. These fires have prompted significant response efforts from local authorities and fire services. Across the United States, millions of residents are on alert for anticipated severe storms. Forecasters expect these weather systems to affect various regions throughout Sunday. NBC News correspondent Liz Kreutz reported on both the European fire responses and the severe weather preparations underway in the U.S.