CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – Severe storms that may produce damaging winds are possible this weekend in the Clarksville-Montgomery County area.
The National Weather Service says most of Middle Tennessee is under a slight risk of severe storms Saturday afternoon and evening. Damaging straight-line winds will be the main threat and a few storms may also contain large
hail. An isolated tornado or two cannot be ruled out.
Most of Middle Tennessee remains under a slight risk of severe storms Saturday afternoon & evening. The primary threats are going to be damaging straight-line winds & maybe even some hail. An isolated tornado or two cannot be ruled out. Also, rainfall may be heavy at times. pic.twitter.com/Z6T7teHxJr
— NWS Nashville (@NWSNashville) March 8, 2019
More rain is again expected across the mid state region tonight through Sunday morning. Total rainfall amounts during this time period will range from around 1.5 inches to around 2.5 inches.
These total rainfall amounts may have an affect on area rivers.
A Flood Advisory remains in effect for the Cumberland River through Monday evening and the water remains high. Officials said the river was at 44.4 feet and falling Friday morning. Flood stage is 46 feet.
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It may still technically be the winter season, but springlike weather is forecast for the state this weekend. Talk with your family members and loved ones about what to do in the event of a tornado. #BePrepared #StayReadySoYouDontHaveToGetReady pic.twitter.com/2TDx2N1lgo
— TN Dept. of Health (@TNDeptofHealth) March 8, 2019
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