4/3/25: Severe Weather Alert! Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain Ahead

by Weather Write | Apr 3, 2025 | The Daily Drizzle | 0 comments

WEATHER ALERTS

Tornado Warning

Tornado Warning issued April 3 at 3:39AM CDT until April 3 at 4:15AM CDT by NWS Nashville TN

At 339 AM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 7 miles north of Lebanon, moving northeast at 45 mph.

HAZARD…Tornado and golf ball size hail.

SOURCE…Radar indicated rotation.

IMPACT…Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.

Locations impacted include…
Lafayette, Bethpage, Hartsville, Dixon Springs, Westmoreland,
Pleasant Shade, Bledsoe Creek State Park, Dickerson Chapel Recreation
Area, and Lebanon.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.

Alert in effect from April 3, 2025 8:39 AM until April 3, 2025 9:15 AM

Additional Weather Alerts

  • Tornado Watch
    Tornado Watch issued April 2 at 11:45PM CDT until April 3 at 6:00AM CDT by NWS Nashville TN
  • Flash Flood Warning
    Flash Flood Warning issued April 3 at 3:08AM CDT until April 3 at 9:15AM CDT by NWS Nashville TN
  • Flood Watch
    Flood Watch issued April 3 at 2:04AM CDT until April 6 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Nashville TN
  • Wind Advisory
    Wind Advisory issued April 2 at 12:26PM CDT until April 3 at 4:00AM CDT by NWS Nashville TN

Weather Alerts

Nashville is currently under severe weather warnings. Conditions are actively being monitored. Stay tuned for further updates, and be sure to stay weather aware!

Severe Weather Conditions

It’s currently 3:45 AM in Nashville, TN, with temperatures at a warm 64°F and severe weather in effect. The atmosphere is saturated with 100% humidity, making it feel much heavier outside. Winds are calm for now, which is a small relief amidst the intense weather brewing. A menacing cloud cover looms, casting an unsettling darkness over the city.

Weather Changes Coming

As the situation develops, a tornado warning has been issued, signaling an imminent threat. Conditions are rapidly changing, with the potential for flying debris and severe turbulence on the way. Furthermore, the expected downpour will contribute to flash flooding in several neighborhoods, making outdoor conditions hazardous. The weight of humidity will leave the air feeling stifling, and the potential for cooler air is on the horizon as thunderstorms move through. Be prepared for sudden shifts that create an uneasy chill as the storm system advances.

Overnight and Tomorrow

As we move through the early morning hours and into the day, expect continued thunderstorms with heavy rainfall, leading to increased flash flooding risks. Temperatures may oscillate, but the feeling of warmth will remain trapped beneath the thick, oppressive cloud cover. Prepare for an unsettled day ahead, with conditions that will keep you alert and aware of sudden changes in the weather. Stay safe, and keep an eye out for updates as this significant weather event unfolds.

Nashville, TN
April 3, 2025

64°
H:72°
L:64°

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Wind
5 to 10 mph SW

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Humidity
100%

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Conditions
severe weather

24-Hour Forecast

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