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
Nashville is under a Flood Watch until Sunday morning. The National Weather Service is actively monitoring conditions, and it’s crucial for residents to stay informed and prepared. If you’re in areas prone to flooding, please keep an eye on updates and have a plan ready to act if necessary.
Severe Weather Conditions
It’s currently 6:00 AM in Nashville, TN, with temperatures sitting at a cool 55°F, battling against severe weather. Calm winds at this hour offer little solace as the high humidity, now at 100%, creates a damp heaviness in the air. The sky is overcast, cloaking the city in a thick blanket of clouds, and the atmosphere is tense with the promise of heavy rain on the horizon. It feels more like a somber curtain has fallen, hinting at the storms to come.
Weather Changes Coming
Stay alert as significant shifts in weather patterns are on the way. The oncoming rounds of showers and thunderstorms will elevate both the moisture in the air and the potential for flash flooding. As conditions develop, the relentless humidity may feel stifling during those downpours, and the calm winds will shift, creating additional discomfort as it competes with warm air. Be prepared for moments when the rain intensifies and the air thickens, making it feel heavier and less enjoyable to be outside.
Today’s Outlook
As we move through the day, expect more rounds of showers and possible thunderstorms, particularly through the afternoon. The temperature is unlikely to rise much beyond the 55°F mark, maintaining that chilliness with consistent rain likely. To make matters more challenging, your outdoor experience will be affected by slick conditions and puddles forming due to the saturated ground. If you’re heading out, consider waterproof gear and stay aware of your surroundings as the potential for flooding looms. Be cautious on the roads, as visibility may reduce with the sheets of rain falling.
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