48 FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY: POTENTIAL FOR STRONG TO SEVERE STORMS IN TENNESSEE VALLEY
Date: 2024
Overview:
Today, March 2024, is designated as a 48 FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY due to the potential for strong to severe storms across the Tennessee Valley. Residents are urged to stay weather alert and take necessary precautions to ensure safety.
Weather Conditions:
High temperatures will remain warm, ranging from mid to upper 60s Fahrenheit. Breezy winds from the southwest are expected, with gusts reaching up to 25-30 mph. A line of showers and storms will redevelop and move west to east across the Tennessee Valley ahead of a cold front.
Potential Hazards:
Some of the storms may bring very heavy rain, isolated damaging winds, small hail, frequent lightning, and embedded low-end tornadoes. Areas along and east of Interstate 65 (I-65) face the highest threat for severe weather.
Timing:
The threat for strong to severe storms is expected to end for all areas by 7 p.m. this evening.
Safety Measures:
Residents are advised to stay weather alert and monitor local news and weather updates. Have a plan in place for seeking shelter in case of severe weather warnings. Keep an emergency kit readily accessible.
Long-Range Forecast:
Much cooler air will move in Saturday night, with overnight lows dropping to the low and mid-40s. Sunday will be mostly cloudy, with high temperatures remaining in the 40s. The following work and school week is expected to bring a stretch of nice weather, with sunshine returning on Monday and seasonal afternoon highs in the low 50s. Temperatures will mainly be in the 50s during the day and 30s at night, with no rain chances expected. Rain chances are forecasted to return for the upcoming weekend.
Additional Information:
For the latest weather updates and information, download the WAFF 48 First Alert Weather App. Subscribe to WAFF 48’s YouTube channel to watch the latest news, sports, and weather videos.
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