An active weather pattern in the Southeast will bring the threat for severe thunderstorms through the middle of the week. A low pressure system moving out of Texas and heading into the Tennessee Valley will be the focus for severe storms today.
Severe Ingredients
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Strong southerly flow will lead to abundant moisture across the region and this will be the fuel for heavy and severe storms.
Severe Outlook
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Isolated to scattered severe storms will be in the forecast today from Lake Charles to Chattanooga. This could be a set-up where we do see overnight severe storms for some areas, so you will want a plan in place in case severe strikes while you're sleeping.
Severe Risks
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The primary weather threats for Wednesday's severe forecast will be damaging winds and tornadoes. The large hail risk will be more isolated with this particular set-up, but heavy rain is another severe risk to monitor.
Flash flooding and low visibility will also be very likely in a lot of the same areas under the risk for damaging winds and tornadoes.
Forecast
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The timing of the severe storms will be during the peak heating of the afternoon and evening hours Wednesday. The mid and upper-level winds will be strong enough to support the risk of severe storms into early Thursday morning as well. This is a situation where you will want to have a way to get alerts while you are sleeping.
WeatherNation will be getting you prepared and ready for this storm so keep checking back for more updates!