Lightning streaks across the sky. Photo courtesy of Photos.com By Dan DePodwin, Meteorologist
Mar 31, 2012; 11:30 AM ET
A day after powerful thunderstorms rumbled through the Ohio Valley, more strong to severe thunderstorms are expected to develop late this afternoon and evening across the Tennessee Valley and Southeast.
Parts of this region had bouts of heavy thunderstorms yesterday. Although the storm system that brought those downpours is moving off the Carolina coast, a trailing disturbance threatens to bring more storms today.
While a widespread severe weather outbreak is not expected, some storms could produce large, damaging hail.
Although gusty winds and tornadoes are not likely, an isolated strong wind gust or twister is not completely out of the question. Stay tuned to AccuWeather.com throughout the day for the latest updates.
Residents in close proximity to the southern border of Tennessee should keep an eye to the sky this afternoon and evening for threatening weather. Cities that could get storms include Memphis and Chattanooga, Tenn., Tupelo, Miss., and Birmingham, Ala.
Storms will develop this afternoon and evening and can produce large hail.
As temperatures fall later this evening after sunset, the severe threat will diminish. However, leftover thunderstorms could still produce torrential downpours overnight.
These downpours can lead to localized flooding and ponding on roadways. Visibility will also be significantly reduced. Never drive through a flooded roadway.
As with any thunderstorm, lightning will also be a threat. If you hear thunder, be sure to take shelter inside and wait until the storm passes.
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