The National Weather Service predicts isolated severe thunderstorms from Texas to Ohio beginning Wednesday night and lasting through Friday.
Storms are expected to develop Wednesday night into early Thursday throughout west-central Texas and parts of Oklahoma, with strong to locally severe impacts. On Thursday, the threat region expanded eastward to include eastern Texas, Oklahoma, the Ozarks, and areas of the lower to mid-Mississippi Valley.
According to the Storm Prediction Center, forecasts for Wednesday and Thursday show areas of marginal to slight risk, meaning that isolated storms might cause destructive wind gusts, hail, or brief heavy rainfall. The risk is still dispersed rather than extensive, but forecasters warn that even isolated storms can cause localized harm.
The NWS stated on Friday that higher severe storm chances could enter the forecast for sections of the lower Mississippi Valley, depending on how the system develops. Forecast confidence and specific implications are expected to become more apparent as the week unfolds.
The affected corridor stretches northeastward from Texas, traversing Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, and ending in the Ohio Valley. While not all areas may suffer severe weather, residents throughout the region are asked to stay weather-aware, particularly during the midnight hours, when storms may be more difficult to detect.
This system may be of particular relevance to commuters and nighttime workers, as storms may form late at night or early in the morning.
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