Tuscaloosa, Alabama – The National Weather Service is forecasting heavy rain and potential severe weather in the Lower Mississippi Valley, Gulf states, and Southeast this Saturday. Areas in the Deep South and Southeast are at risk for severe weather, including flooding and tornadoes.
Tennessee is expected to experience strong downpours and thunderstorms, which could bring damaging wind gusts and flash flooding Saturday. The possibility of some storms becoming severe with damaging wind gusts is a concern.
In Alabama, the National Weather Service warns that a few tornadoes may accompany wind gusts and the storm. A flood watch is in effect for Central Alabama until Saturday afternoon.
Forecasters also predict heavy rain and strong wind gusts in the Ohio Valley and New England by Saturday evening and Sunday. Rain is expected to transition to wet snow in the Great Lakes and northern New England, particularly in higher elevations, due to cold air wrapping around a low-pressure center.
Potential impacts of this weather pattern include power outages, hazardous travel conditions, and potential river flooding. The Weather Service’s Albany, New York office emphasizes the need for caution.
As weather patterns shift and intensify, it is crucial for residents in these regions to stay informed and prepared for changing conditions. Authorities urge people to stay updated on weather alerts and advisories to ensure their safety and well-being.