NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — While heat remains a big concern in our forecast, a complex of thunderstorms will bring a threat for strong to severe storms for some across Kentucky and Middle Tennessee Thursday. Much of Middle Tennessee and all of Southern Kentucky are under a risk for severe storms for Thursday morning, through lunchtime. Because of this we are calling for a Storm 5 Alert from 9am - 1pm.
While heavy downpours are possible, are main concerns with these storms will be damaging wind and hail.
Back to our original weather threat...the heat. If a storms does not pass over your area you still need to remain weather-aware as dangerous heat is forecasted. Highs will top out near 100, with heat indices (what it feels like) anywhere from 105 - 115 depending on where you area. Parts of Middle Tennessee are under an Excessive Heat Warning Thursday and Friday.
Areas along I-65 are under a Heat Advisory Thursday, before being upgraded Friday to an Excessive Heat Warning.
Stay tuned to NewsChannel 5, and NewsChannel5.com for the latest on storm chances Thursday. Also, download our FREE Storm Shield App to keep tabs on storms.
