CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch that affects the following locations through 9 p.m.:
- Robertson County
- Cheatham County
- Dickson County
- Montgomery County
- Houston County
- Stewart County
A Tornado Watch is issued by the National Weather Service when tornadoes are possible in and close to the watch area.
It also means conditions are favorable for tornadoes to develop. It does not mean that a tornado will happen, it only means they are possible.
A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Alabama, Mississippi and Tennessee until 9 PM CST pic.twitter.com/kCvOTnC0lr
— NWS Nashville (@NWSNashville) March 9, 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 43.3 feet at 9 a.m. Saturday. Flood stage is 46 feet.
RELATED: What does flood stage mean for the Cumberland River?
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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