Here is an update concerning the severe weather threat tonight into early Saturday morning:
Changes from previous update:
- The threat of severe weather has increased to a Slight chance
- The area of greatest threat now includes the area generally north of I-10/12 and west of I-59.
Overview:
WHAT: SLIGHT RISK of Severe Weather
WHEN: Tonight into early Saturday morning
WHERE: Generally north of I-10/12 and west of I-59.
CONFIDENCE:
- We are confident that there will be thunderstorms across the area and that a few will be strong to marginally severe.
- Weak tornadic activity cannot be ruled out.
Impacts: The main threats associated with any severe storms will be:
- Wind gusts greater than 60 mph are possible.
- Hail up to or slightly larger than 1″ in diameter will be possible.
- A few weak tornadoes are possible.
- Runoff will lead to ponding of water in low lying areas and areas of poor drainage.