Jackson, Kentucky – Thunderstorms could return to southern Kentucky on Sunday, bringing a low but notable risk of damaging winds near the Tennessee border as a cold front moves in during the afternoon and evening.
According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, there is a Marginal Risk (Level 1 of 5) for severe storms on June 1, primarily affecting counties along and south of the Tennessee border. Areas like Williamsburg, Middlesboro, and Jamestown may see isolated strong storms capable of producing damaging wind gusts.
As the cold front pushes southward, thunderstorm activity is expected to become more concentrated in far southern and southeastern Kentucky. Rain and wind could disrupt afternoon travel along I-75 and U.S. 25E, with brief power outages possible in some rural areas.
Residents in Bell, Whitley, and McCreary counties are urged to secure loose outdoor items and monitor local alerts, especially through Sunday evening. While widespread severe weather is not expected, any isolated storm could become briefly intense.
Storm chances will taper off late Sunday night as the front exits into northern Tennessee. Additional updates will be issued if storm intensity increases.
