Nashville and the Middle Tennessee area could experience several rounds of severe thunderstorms Wednesday into early Thursday morning. A tornado watch is in effect for some areas of Middle Tennessee until 9 p.m.
High winds, large hail, flash flooding and tornadoes are possible, according to the National Weather Service. The threat of flash flooding is higher in areas where heavy rain has already occurred or will occur, primarily along and north of I-40.
“As with all forecasts, there is still a lot of uncertainty,” the Bureau of Meteorology said in a news release. “Things won't get worse for everyone in Middle Tennessee, but if the right storm elements come together, some people could experience severe conditions day and night.”
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National Weather Service expands tornado watch to more counties
The National Weather Service expanded its tornado watch to 19 additional counties.Surveillance including Nashville will continue until 9 p.m.
The counties being monitored are:
- bedford
- Cannon
- Cheatham
- clay
- coffee
- cumberland
- davidson
- dekalb
- dixon
- fentress
- Giles
- grandi
- hickman
- houston
- Humphreys
- jackson
- Lawrence
- Lewis
- Macon
- marshall
- morley
- montgomery
- overton
- perry
- picket
- putnam
- robertson
- rutherford
- Smith
- stewart
- sumner
- trousdale
- van buren
- warren
- wayne
- White
- williamson
- wilson
Tornado warning remains in place for Middle Tennessee counties
The National Weather Service has extended a tornado warning for Robertson County until 3:45 p.m.
A tornado warning was also issued for northern Stewart County until 4 p.m.
Flood occurs at White House High School
The National Weather Service said it received reports of flooding at White House High School.
Photos posted on the site X, formerly known as Twitter, appeared to show the school flooded.
Sumner County Schools announced that buses will be running in the White House and Portland areas until the weather threat passes.
Gallatin roads closed due to flooding
Cloverbrook Way at the Liberty Lane intersection in Gallatin is closed due to flooding from Lower Station Camp Creek at the Liberty Lane intersection in Gallatin.
Lower Station Camp Creek Road is also closed due to flooding. This area is near the Carrerton area. The Gallatin Police Department is encouraging people to take alternate routes.
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The deepest part of the floodwaters is estimated to be 3 feet, according to Gallatin Public Works Director Richard DePriest.
“If you see water on the road, please stay tuned,” DePriest said. “Turn around as much as possible.”
Tornado warnings have been issued for Montgomery and Robertson counties.
The National Weather Service issued a tornado warning for eastern Montgomery County and northern Robertson County until 3:15 p.m.
The National Weather Service confirmed the tornado was located 11 miles northwest of Coopertown and about 16 miles west of Springfield, moving northeast at 30 mph.
Flash flood warning issued for Nashville County, Middle Tennessee
The National Weather Service has issued flash flood warnings for five counties, including Nashville.
A warning is in effect for Cheatham, Davidson, Montgomery, Robertson and Sumner counties until 5:45 p.m.
Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Nashville
According to the National Weather Service, a severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for Nashville until 2:45 p.m.
This warning primarily concerns northern Davidson County.
“A severe thunderstorm developed near the city of Ashland and moved northeast at 25 mph,” the National Weather Service said in a statement.
This warning applies to Cheatham and Robertson counties, including Springfield, Ashland City, Madison, Goodlettsville, Greenbrier, Coopertown, Lakewood, Ridgetop, Jolton, Beaman Park, Bell's Bend, and Whites Creek. .
Tornado warning issued for Middle Tennessee counties
The National Weather Service issued a tornado warning for northwest Cheatham County and central Montgomery County until 2:30 p.m.
“A severe thunderstorm with the potential to produce a tornado developed 16 miles south of Clarksville and moved northeast at 15 mph,” the weather service said in a statement.
Radar showed rotation within the storm, the weather bureau said.
The National Weather Service issues severe thunderstorm warning for Middle Tennessee counties
The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Montgomery, Cheatham and Robertson counties through 2:45 p.m.
“A severe thunderstorm developed 11 miles southwest of Clarksville and moved northeast at 30 mph,” the weather service said in a statement.
In addition to hail damage, wind damage with gusts of up to 60 mph is expected.
The Bureau of Meteorology says, “Please continue to be alert for the possibility of tornadoes.'' “Severe thunderstorms can cause tornadoes to develop rapidly. If you spot a tornado, seek immediate shelter in a basement or small room in the center of a sturdy building.”
National Weather Service: “Don't let your guard down''
The weather service said in a news release that the main line of the storm will continue to move through Middle Tennessee Wednesday night.
Flash flooding remains a concern, especially north of Interstate 40, where heavy rain has already fallen. Areas north of Interstate 40 have already received 2 to 4 inches of rain, but totals of 6 to 8 inches or more are possible, according to the weather service.
Tornado watch issued for parts of Middle Tennessee
The National Weather Service issued a tornado watch for parts of Middle Tennessee, including Nashville, and Illinois, Indiana and Kentucky until 9 p.m.
A few tornadoes, scattered hail the size of tennis balls, and winds of up to 80 mph are possible.
The following counties are under a tornado watch:
- Cheatham
- clay
- davidson
- dixon
- fentress
- houston
- Humphreys
- jackson
- Macon
- montgomery
- overton
- picket
- putnam
- robertson
- Smith
- stewart
- sumner
- trousdale
- wilson
Nashville Department of Transportation warns against driving through flood waters
As the storm moves past the dump, more rain will fall on the region, making flooding a major concern, the National Weather Service said.
“Flash flooding is possible, especially north of Interstate 40 where heavy rain has already fallen,” the weather service said.
The Nashville Department of Transportation warned drivers of the dangers of driving through floodwaters.
“If you see a barricade or sign indicating that a road is flooded, please do not attempt to cross it,” the police department said on social media. “Choose another route or wait until the floodwaters recede.”
Some Tennessee secondary schools cancel after-school activities due to inclement weather
Cheatham County Schools announced on social media that all after-school activities will be canceled on Wednesday, May 8th. The nursery school closes at 5pm.
Houston County Schools announced early dismissal at 2 p.m., and Stewart County Schools announced closure at 1:30 p.m.
Robertson County schools also canceled after-school activities.The school system announced on social media that after-school day care would close at 4 p.m.
Sumner County schools also canceled after-school activities.
Follow all the closures here.These Middle Tennessee areas are disbanding early and closed due to weather
Flash flood warning issued for middle Tennessee counties
The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood warning for Smith and northern Wilson counties until 1:15 p.m.
The weather bureau said 1 to 3 inches of rain had already fallen in areas under warning.
“Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin soon,” the advisory said. “Please change directions and avoid drowning if you come across a flooded road. Most flood-related fatalities occur in vehicles.”
National Weather Service: Storms will come in waves
Don't be fooled just because the first wave of rain is over, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.
“Severe storms are already forming across Middle Tennessee this morning,” the National Weather Service announced on social media. “Storms will decrease by midday, but will pick up again this afternoon and evening, when wind damage, large hail, flooding, and a few tornadoes are expected to be the main threats.”
The Bureau of Meteorology concluded its memo with a simple message.
“Please be careful about the weather today,'' they said.
National Weather Service issues flood watch for Middle Tennessee
A flood watch is in effect for most of Middle Tennessee until 7 a.m. Thursday.
Several thunderstorms will bring heavy rain. The weather service said 2 to 3 inches of rain is expected to fall in Nashville and surrounding areas, but even more is possible during heavy rains. Rivers, streams and streams are expected to rise.
National Weather Service: “Today is not the end of the day''
Severe weather is expected throughout most of the day and night Wednesday, the Bureau of Meteorology said.
There will be scattered thunderstorms until the evening, and not everyone will be able to witness them. However, during the night (midnight to 6 a.m.) the storm will be widespread and everyone will witness it at some point. This round will further increase the threat of wind damage. The service said severe storms could occur during any round.
A few strong tornadoes are also possible. Nashville and surrounding areas are at moderate risk. The Bureau of Meteorology also warned of the possibility of golf-ball-sized hail and damaging winds with gusts of up to 110 mph.
nashville area radar
Nashville Forecast
Wednesday: Two storms developed between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m., and then from 10 p.m. to sunrise, further increasing the threat of severe weather. A few tornadoes, large hail, and damaging winds are possible. High around 84, overnight low around 66.
Thursday: There's a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms by 1 p.m., then mostly clear skies with a high near 82 degrees. There's a slight chance of overnight showers and thunderstorms, with lows around 55 degrees.
Friday: Sunny, with a high near 69 degrees and winds reaching 20 mph. Last night's low was around 51 degrees.
Saturday: Sunny with a 20% chance of showers or thunderstorms after 1 p.m., with a high near 74 degrees and an overnight low near 52 degrees.
Sunday: Sunny, with a high around 76 degrees and a low around 54 degrees.