Buckle up, folks. We are in for some stormy weather today. And the National Weather Service says that tornadoes are possible.
Right now, we’re sitting in a Marginal risk of severe weather (1 on a scale of 5). Things shouldn’t get too bad, but our local office of the National Weather Service in Paducah does warn:
The National Weather Service posted:
Two rounds of severe weather will be possible today. One round will be this morning, with a second round possible in the late afternoon/early evening. Hail will be possible with both events; however, a couple tornadoes may also develop late in the afternoon. Stay weather aware!
Timing of the Storms
The National Weather Service says the first round of storms will move in this morning from 6 -11 AM. The second is expected from 4 - 9 PM.
Fall Tornadoes in Indiana and Kentucky
Even though tornadoes are more common in spring, fall storms can still pack a punch. On October 18, 2007, a severe storm produced 48 tornadoes across eight states including Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee, Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan. That came just a day after 16 more tornadoes touched down across Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Missouri.
We’re also approaching the 20th anniversary of the November 6, 2006, tornado that tragically killed 25 people in Evansville.
According to Indiana Weather Online, “Fall tornadoes are dangerous as they are typically fast-moving, occur after dark, and sometimes become rain-wrapped.”
How to Stay Alert
Even though we’re in a marginal to slight risk zone, it’s still important to stay alert and flexible with your weekend plans. Weather can change quickly, so make sure you have our app downloaded and notifications turned on. That way, you’ll get the latest updates from the National Weather Service and our local weather pros.