Stay weather aware early this weekend, we have multiple threats heading our way. Showers and isolated t-showers will develop Friday morning with a brief mid to late afternoon lull.
SPC expanded the moderate risk for severe storms farther into western KY and the enhanced risk east to Lexington Friday.#18StormTracker #kywx pic.twitter.com/LmXZlGIQzL
— Trackerman ⚡️ (@TomAckermanWx) March 31, 2023
Depending on how much sun breaks through the clouds, a round of strong to severe storms will blow through later in the evening. Timing puts it through most of the area from 9 PM through 2 AM Saturday.
STAY WEATHER AWARE...especially tonight! The long advertised severe weather event is beginning to unfold. The risk for damaging storms in our area has increased. Tornadic storms and high winds are possible late this evening and overnight. Know your severe weather plan.#kywx pic.twitter.com/xSTTrazOYl
— Bill Meck (@BillMeck) March 31, 2023
Damaging wind is the primary threat but we'll also need to watch for isolated tornadoes and heavy rain. A strong pressure gradient will crank up the wind Friday night through the day Saturday. A wind advisory is in effect through Saturday afternoon. Expect peak 45 to 55+ mph gusts, isolated power outages will be possible.
