Severe Weather Outlook - This Afternoon and Evening

Overview:

Scattered showers and thunderstorms will affect the Tennessee River Valley this morning but additional development is expected this afternoon and evening. There is a marginal risk for severe weather (level 1/5) across portions of the area today, but a few strong to severe storms are possible pretty much anywhere in the Mid-South. Locally heavy rainfall and gusty winds will be the primary hazards with the stronger storms. These storms are most likely between 1 PM and 8 PM. However, scattered storms could linger into the early morning hours. A marginal risk is also in effect for much of the area tomorrow.

What:  

·  Strong to Severe thunderstorms possible. Gusty winds are primary hazards.

·  Locally heavy rainfall today and Wednesday.

When:

·  Today through Wednesday.

 

Where:

·  All of the Mid South, but greatest risk is in west Tennessee, the Missouri Bootheel, and extreme northeast Arkansas.

Potential Impacts:

·  Potential wind damage and power outages.

·  Locally heavy rainfall may result in localized flooding, especially in poor drainage areas.