The Storm Prediction Center has placed portions of Middle Tennessee at an "ENHANCED RISK" for Severe Thunderstorms into early Sunday morning. Biggest threat will be damaging winds, however heavy rain and a possibility of an isolated tornado is also possible. The area at greatest risk is along a Portland to Nashville to Franklin line.
From the National Weather Service. Severe Weather Outlook through 7am Sunday.
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of Middle Tennessee.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
Severe weather will be possible across Middle TN this evening and into the overnight hours. The main threat will be damaging straight line winds, however a tornado or two cannot be ruled out.
In addition to severe weather, a flood watch remains in effect for portions of Middle TN. While the main concern is river flooding, localized flash flooding will be possible within the watch area.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Sunday through Friday
No hazardous weather is expected at this time.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation may become necessary this evening.
As of 3:15pm - The Storm Prediction Center issued a Tornado Watch until 9pm for areas west and north west of Nashville.
Tennessee Counties included in this watch:
BENTON
CARROLL
CROCKETT
DYER
FAYETTE
GIBSON
HAYWOOD
HENRY
HOUSTON
HUMPHREYS
LAKE
LAUDERDALE
MADISON
MONTGOMERY
OBION
SHELBY
STEWART
TIPTON
WEAKLEY