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Indiana, Illinois, & Kentucky Prepare for Hazardous Weather Overnight
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Slight Risk for severe thunderstorms later today and overnight. This could mean a sleepless night for a lot of people in the Tri-State.
Here's What to Expect:
- Timing: Things are expected to heat up this afternoon, with storms developing. The window for severe weather stretches from late afternoon to around 1 am Friday (3/15/24) morning. Keep an eye out for:
- Hail: Think grapefruit-sized! The NWS is forecasting hail up to 2 inches in diameter, so be sure to secure loose outdoor objects.
- Wind: Winds could gust up to 70 mph, causing potential damage to trees and power lines.
- Tornadoes: A few tornadoes are also possible within the line of thunderstorms.
US National Weather Service Paducah Kentucky
Right now, the main severe thunderstorm threat looks to be from 4 PM today through 1 AM Friday morning. There may also be a few non-severe thunderstorms this morning (mainly between 8 AM and 11 AM) along and north of the Interstate 64 corridor in southern Illinois and southwest Indiana.
Stay Severe Weather-Ready
US National Weather Service Paducah Kentucky
Here are some essential steps to take to stay safe during this severe weather event:
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