Severe Weather Alerts Issued Across Southern U.S. Regions

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) – A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for this afternoon due to the risk of strong thunderstorms. The main concern is damaging wind gusts associated with these storms. While most storms are expected to bring heavy rain, lightning, and thunder, a few could reach severe levels.

The threat for strong storms is predicted to taper off by 7 p.m. this evening. Residents are advised to keep an eye on areas prone to flooding and to secure any loose objects outdoors. Updates will continue to be provided throughout the day on WSMV 4.

SIOUX CITY (KTIV) – Isolated severe thunderstorms started developing early Wednesday afternoon fueled by increasing heat and humidity. High temperatures reached the low to mid-90s. These storms are expected to remain secluded throughout the evening, diminishing by midnight.

Wednesday night will see mostly cloudy skies with mild temperatures dropping to the low 60s. On Thursday, more isolated strong to severe storms may occur primarily north of Highway 20 in the late afternoon and evening. Much of Siouxland faces a Marginal Risk for severe weather.

On Friday, while isolated showers and storms could reappear, widespread severe weather is not currently anticipated. Daytime highs will be in the upper 80s. The weather is expected to dry out on Saturday with partly cloudy conditions.

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) – Residents can expect scattered rain showers and thunderstorms today. A First Alert Weather Day is in effect due to the potential for stronger storms, particularly in the southeastern parts of the region, where gusty winds, heavy rain, and isolated hail are possible.

Weather should improve as sunny and warmer conditions are likely through the middle of the week, seeing temperatures rise from around 80 degrees on Tuesday to mid- to upper 80s by Wednesday and Thursday.

However, scattered showers and thunderstorms are set to return Friday, continuing through the weekend, with temperatures remaining in the upper 80s.