CNN
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An unusually powerful March storm is trekking across the country with a wide range of hazards from strong winds that could set off blizzard conditions and dust storms to severe thunderstorms that could produce tornadoes.
The disruptive storm was building over the Rockies early Monday but will strengthen and expand over much of the central US by Tuesday morning, firing up severe thunderstorms on its southern side and wintry weather to its north.
It’s the first big test for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and its National Weather Service that’s staffing was slashed by the Trump administration – cuts scientists say will have dangerous…
