Little Rock, AR – The National Weather Service in Little Rock is warning Arkansans to prepare for the potential of strong to severe thunderstorms beginning Saturday afternoon and continuing into Saturday night.
According to the latest forecast, a strong signal for storm development has been detected, with the ingredients for severe weather likely to be in place across the state. The main threats include damaging winds, large hail, and a few possible tornadoes.
Meteorologists say storms are expected to develop as a cold front pushes through Arkansas between 1 p.m. Saturday and 1 a.m. Sunday, with probabilities of thunderstorm activity ranging from 45% to over 70% across central and southern regions, including Little Rock, Hot Springs, and El Dorado.
The NWS has issued a medium-confidence forecast, noting that while specific timing is still being refined, residents should prepare for potential severe conditions statewide. Forecasters urge the public to stay weather-aware and have multiple ways to receive warnings, including NOAA radios and mobile alerts.
Officials recommend securing outdoor items and reviewing emergency plans in advance of the storms.
