A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for western Kentucky and southern Illinois until 9pm. A severe thunderstorm warning has already been issued this afternoon in the Dixon Springs area of southern Illinois. Another line of storms is moving across much of western Kentucky.
Some storms have a history of producing 1/2 inch of rain in as little as 15 minutes. Drainage systems can quickly become inundated until the storm has passed. If you are driving in the heavy downpours, visibility will be greatly reduced and hydroplaning will be possible. Use caution and reduce your speed.
These showers and storms are progressive and moving to the northeast around 30 mph. Impacts due to the heavy rain should be short-lived.
Stay aware of heavy rain this afternoon. If storms begin to repeatedly move over the same area, warnings may be needed this afternoon and evening.
On the Net:
Paducah Weather Service webpage
