Paducah, Kentucky – Patchy fog and a round of potentially severe thunderstorms could disrupt Thursday across western Kentucky and surrounding regions, with storm activity expected to ramp up by late afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, fog may linger through sunrise, especially near the Pennyrile region of southwest Indiana, before giving way to scattered thunderstorms. A few storms could turn strong to severe from Thursday afternoon into the night, bringing damaging winds and heavy downpours. Forecasters say a tornado can’t be ruled out.
The affected area spans southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri, including cities like Paducah, Carbondale, Evansville, and Cape Girardeau. Storms may be most intense along U.S. 60 and Interstate 24 corridors, especially near river-adjacent counties where visibility and road conditions could change rapidly.
If you’re traveling this evening, stay weather-aware and avoid flooded roadways. Charge your phone, secure outdoor items, and be ready to take shelter if warnings are issued.
Looking ahead, isolated thunderstorm chances continue through Friday, with another round possible by midweek. Spotter activation may be needed later today as conditions evolve.
