Flood Threat, Strong to Severe Storms Friday

 There is a chance for strong to maybe even a severe thunderstorm across Kentucky on Friday. The biggest threat is heavy rainfall leading to flooding, therefore a Flood Watch has been issued. There is a moderate risk for excessive rainfall Thursday through Saturday. 

 

Flood Watch

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

* WHERE...Portions of southern Indiana and north central Kentucky.

* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Saturday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Moderate to heavy rainfall is expected across southern Indiana and north central Kentucky Thursday night through Saturday. Rainfall amounts of 2 to 4 inches with locally higher amounts will be possible. Southern Indiana is mostly likely to see the highest rainfall totals and greatest flood risk according to the latest forecast data. - 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.

Day 1, Todays Outlook

The strongest storms will occur in the Mississippi Valley where all modes are possible. A Moderate Risk and a 15% hatched significant tornado threat exists in portions of Louisiana, Arkansas, and Mississippi.

In Kentucky expect rounds and showers and thunderstorms, any storms that train may lead to flash flooding. A squall line is expected to develop and intensify in the afternoon hours and quickly move east across the state. Damaging winds and brief tornadoes will be possible.

Here is what the HRRR model shows as the squall line moves through Central Kentucky.