Slight Chance of Severe Storms Expected in Ohio and Tennessee Valleys on Thursday

On Thursday, a series of storms is anticipated to form along a cold front that will traverse parts of the Lower Ohio and Tennessee Valleys. As this front approaches, low-level moisture is expected to surge northward, contributing to a degree of marginal instability in the atmosphere. Specifically, in the region near the borders of Tennessee, Mississippi, and Alabama, dewpoints are projected to range from the upper 50s to the low 60s. This combination of moisture and temperature is likely to enhance the potential for isolated damaging wind gusts. However, it is important to note that the upper-level forcing associated with these storms is relatively weak, leading to uncertainty regarding both the extent and intensity of the storm activity that may develop.