Nashville, Tenn. – Severe storms could slam parts of Middle Tennessee tonight with damaging winds, lightning, and heavy rain possible through 1 a.m. EDT Thursday.
According to the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center, Severe Thunderstorm Watch 439 includes 19 counties from Davidson and Montgomery to Putnam and Fentress. The watch remains in effect until 1 a.m., with the greatest risk for gusts over 60 mph, frequent lightning, and isolated hail.
Cities under the watch include Nashville, Clarksville, Cookeville, and Gallatin. Power outages and downed trees are possible along corridors such as I-40, I-65, and U.S. Highway 70. Residents in rural areas like Houston and Clay counties should remain alert as cell coverage may delay emergency alerts.
Drivers are urged to delay travel if possible. Secure outdoor furniture and charge devices now in case of outages. Avoid sheltering under trees and move indoors at the first sign of thunder.
This is the first widespread severe thunderstorm watch this month for Middle Tennessee. The region has seen below-average storm activity so far in June, but tonight’s system could bring quick-moving, high-impact weather.
The Storm Prediction Center may issue additional watches if storms remain strong after midnight.
