Flood Watch
* WHAT…Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.
* WHERE…A portion of Middle Tennessee, including the following
counties, Cheatham, Clay, Davidson, Dickson, Hickman, Houston,
Humphreys, Jackson, Lewis, Macon, Maury, Montgomery, Perry,
Pickett, Robertson, Rutherford, Smith, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale,
Wayne, Williamson and Wilson.
* WHEN…Through Sunday morning.
* IMPACTS…Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas.
Low-water crossings may be flooded. Storm drains and ditches may
become clogged with debris. Extensive street flooding and flooding
of creeks and rivers are possible. Area creeks and streams are
running high and could flood with more heavy rain.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…
– Several rounds of showers and thunderstorms are forecast
across portions of Middle Tennessee through Sunday morning,
producing locally heavy rainfall across already saturated
soils. Flooding and flash flooding is possible, including
rises on streams and rivers.
– http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.
Weather Alerts
Attention, Nashville residents! The severe weather situation is being closely monitored. A Flood Watch remains in effect until Sunday morning, so please stay tuned for updates and remain weather aware. If you live in areas prone to flooding, prepare to take action, as conditions can change rapidly.
Severe Weather Conditions
It’s currently 4:10 AM in Nashville, TN, with temperatures sitting at a cool 54°F amidst severe weather. The air is thick with 100% humidity, making it feel even heavier as we brace for the potential onslaught of rain and thunderstorms. The wind is complacently calm right now, which may ebb the chaos but leaves us at the mercy of rising waters.
The sky? A canvas of foreboding gray, pregnant with moisture and ready to unload. With conditions like this, stepping outside could feel oppressive, as if the very air around you is saturated with anticipation.
Weather Changes Coming
We’re expecting significant weather shifts in the hours ahead. Additional rounds of showers and thunderstorms are on the way, which will ramp up the weight of humidity in the air. While this may sound dreary, it can actually make the cooler temperature feel colder. If you plan to head out, be mindful: the dampness will cling to you, and any misstep could lead to unexpected puddles or creeks overflowing.
Today’s Outlook
As we progress through the day, anticipate those storms gaining strength. The morning may start off with sporadic rain, but as the sun treads higher in the sky (when it chooses to break free), the potential for localized flooding becomes even more pronounced. With ground saturation already at critical levels, this could impact travel and outdoor plans. Prepare for wet conditions if you’re commuting, and always exercise caution around flooded areas. Stay dry, Nashville!
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