NWS: Monday's severe weather threat has potential for 70+ winds and tornadoes

The threat for severe thunderstorms continues to increase for Monday, March 16. This has the potential to be a significant severe weather event. In addition to tomorrow, there is a marginal risk of severe thunderstorms Sunday and Sunday night.

Key Messages

There is an Enhanced to Moderate (Level 3/4 of 5) risk of severe thunderstorms tomorrow, with the risk increasing to the west.

All hazards are expected tomorrow, but damaging winds and tornadoes will be the most prominent. Gusts in excess of 70+ mph, and a few strong tornadoes (EF2+) are possible.

Threat timing will be focused on tomorrow afternoon and evening. The tornado threat will be highest at the beginning of the event, with the wind risk peaking later in the day.

There is a Marginal (Level 1 of 5) risk of a few isolated severe thunderstorms tonight and tonight with all hazards possible.