Although We Are Tornado Warning Free at This Moment, the Tornado Threat May Continue Throughout the Overnight Hours

As of now, no tornado warnings are currently active across the region — a much-needed break for communities that have been under stress from earlier storms. However, this does not mean we’re in the clear just yet. The atmospheric ingredients that sparked severe storms earlier today remain present, and conditions are still favorable for the development of additional storms capable of producing tornadoes throughout the overnight hours.

Overnight tornadoes are particularly dangerous. They’re harder to spot, harder to warn for, and often catch people off guard. Many fatalities from tornadoes occur at night when people are sleeping and unaware of rapidly changing weather conditions. That’s why it’s absolutely critical to stay weather aware, keep your phones charged, and ensure alerts are turned ON — especially wireless emergency alerts (WEAs) and any apps or NOAA radios you rely on.

Areas across Tennessee, Kentucky, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Arkansas, and Mississippi (tagged as #TNwx, #KYwx, #WVwx, #PAwx, #ARwx, and #MSwx) remain under the gun. A stalled frontal boundary, ample moisture, and a strong low-level jet could contribute to discrete supercells or clusters of storms redeveloping late tonight and into the early morning hours.

What You Can Do:

•Charge all devices now and have multiple ways to receive warnings.

•Don’t silence your phone overnight. If you’re under a tornado watch, it’s not the night to mute alerts.

•Review your tornado safety plan. Know where your safe space is — a basement or small interior room on the lowest floor, away from windows.

•Talk to family and neighbors. Especially check on elderly folks or those without reliable access to alerts.

The threat is not over just because the radar looks quiet right now. Conditions can evolve quickly, and the atmosphere may reorganize during the overnight hours. Don’t let your guard down.

Stay safe out there — we’ll keep monitoring and updating as needed. If warnings are issued again tonight, take them seriously. Your safety is what matters most.

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