PADUCAH – Locally, our severe weather threat remains questionable tonight, according to Local 6 Chief Meteorologist Trent Okerson.
In a Facebook weather update, Trent explained, “Extensive cloud cover and the struggle to get higher moisture levels into our area will limit storm fuel. However, high wind shear and strong strength from a cold front could be enough of a trigger for a few storms to develop ahead of the front (7 p.m. to 9 p.m.), especially in parts of western Kentucky and northwest Tennessee.
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A little later (9:00 PM to 12:00 AM), a line of storms may form just ahead of the incoming cold front. This possible line would mainly be a gale-force wind threat. After midnight, the cold front will put an end to any storm threat.”
Trent says scattered thunderstorms and gusty winds are the biggest threats, but a brief tornado can’t be ruled out.
Further south, the situation is a little different, Trent explains. “A much more severe severe weather event is likely in the Deep South. Parts of Mississippi and Louisiana are currently under an “Extremely Hazardous Situation” Tornado Watch until 7 p.m. Long, violent tornadoes are possible there, along with scattered large hail and sleet . scattered wind gusts up to 70 km per hour.”
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