Tuesday, February 20, 2007

I woke up this morning and....

The minute I got on to the SPC (Storm Prediction Center, NWS) website, my head nearly hit the ceiling:


This is for TODAY.

Yesterday this severe risk area was over Arkansas and S. Tennessee. The front slowed way down overnight so our thunderstorms would occur in the afternoon, which makes them stronger due to heat convection from the sun. We're only under a slight risk for any severe storms, but at least we're getting some storms today. This was totally unexpected by any forecaster.

As for Saturday, the same map I showed yesterday still applies. Timing will be crucial for any severe weather in Louisville. If the squall line hits in the morning, we'll just have some thunder. If the squall line hits in the afternoon, we'll be in the basement.

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