| ● A strong area of low pressure near the Great Lakes will create gusty winds across the Ohio Valley this afternoon and into tonight. ● Southerly wind gusts of 30-40 mph expected, but can’t rule out a few gusts up to 45 mph. ● These winds will make driving more difficult, especially for larger vehicles traveling on east-west oriented roads. Use extra caution. ● Windy conditions continue into Thursday morning. Secure any loose outdoor items.
Severe Weather Round 1: Late Tonight - Thursday Morning ● A strong area of low pressure and a slow-moving cold front will bring severe storm chances late tonight into early Thursday morning. Damaging winds and a few tornadoes are possible. ● Greatest Severe Potential: along and north of the Western KY/Bluegrass Parkways ● Expect to see a line of thunderstorms approach southern IN and north central KY from the north late tonight. ● Coverage and likelihood of storms will decrease to the south through Thu morning ● Timing in our area for Round 1 is from midnight to 4AM
Severe Weather Round 2: Thursday afternoon ●The cold front will slowly move across the area on Thursday, leading to heavy rainfall and additional thunderstorms. ○ Some thunderstorms are expected to be strong to severe ○ Damaging wind is most likely hazard ●Greatest Severe Potential: Along and Southeast of the WK/BG Parkway ● The timing in our area for Round 2 is 1PM-8PM |