10 PM UPDATE: So far, more shower activity has developed over the valley than originally forecasted, which is currently preventing the atmosphere from building the instability needed for strong storms to form. While the upper-level spin over our area remains in place, storms will need to tap into it for any tornado threat to materialize….
East Tennessee should look out for the possibility of strong to severe storms late Saturday night into early Sunday morning. While the highest risk is concentrated in the southernmost counties near the Georgia state line—including southeastern Tennessee (SE TN) and southwestern North Carolina (SW NC)—the threat extends to the entire region, including Knoxville and Tri-Cities….
A period of active weather is anticipated to begin Friday and continue through Sunday night or early Monday morning across the region. Here’s what you can expect: Unseasonably Warm Temperatures Highs across the area will remain 10-15 degrees above normal for the remainder of the week into early next week. This warm stretch sets the…
The far east Tennessee mountains and foothills should prepare for high winds this weekend. Strong mountain wave winds are forecast for Friday afternoon through Friday night, with another round expected Saturday night into Sunday morning. Southerly winds are anticipated to reach speeds of 20 to 30 mph, with gusts potentially reaching up to 50 mph….
If your property was damaged by Hurricane Helene, the clock is ticking—there are just two weeks left to apply for assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The deadline to submit an application is January 7. Who Is Eligible? Residents in the following counties affected by Hurricane Helene are eligible for FEMA relief: How…
The upcoming week brings a warming trend, thanks to plenty of sunshine and the upper-level pattern. Surface high pressure will keep conditions dry through Christmas Eve, providing a pleasant and precipitation-free lead-up to the holiday. On Christmas Day, a weak trough will move through the region, introducing low chances of light rain. However, this system…
A change in weather is on the way as rain transitions to snow Friday afternoon, bringing light accumulations to the region. Scattered snow showers are expected to continue through Friday night, with most areas on the plateau and lower elevations of northeast Tennessee seeing a dusting to up to half an inch of snow, primarily…
Disclaimer: This article has been updated to reflect the latest weather advisory information. Key changes include an updated title to emphasize snow and hazardous conditions above 2,500 feet on Friday night. Additionally, new details on snowfall totals, expected wind speeds, and updated precautionary advice for travelers have been included. A Winter Weather Advisory is in…
A fast-moving shortwave trough combined with a clipper low-pressure system is set to impact the Ohio Valley and Central Appalachians on Friday. As the system moves southeast, it will bring a shift to northwest flow behind a cold front, creating conditions favorable for orographic lift. Timing and Duration The weather system will begin affecting the…
The Storm Prediction Center (SPC) has issued a Level 1 risk for severe storms on Wednesday, affecting the plateau and valley regions, including the city of Knoxville. Timing and Storm Progression The line of storms is forecasted to enter the region around 3 PM, pushing eastward until approximately 9 PM. This timing means the afternoon…
