According to the National Weather Service offices in Nashville and Morristown, the primary concern is the potential for damaging wind gusts and localized flooding. The risk of tornadoes and large hail remains low.

In Middle Tennessee, the greatest threat is expected between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. CDT, with areas generally south and east of Nashville under a Slight Risk (Level 2 of 5) for severe storms. Damaging winds are the main threat, while heavy downpours could lead to pockets of localized flooding.

Across East Tennessee, a low risk of severe thunderstorms is forecast from late afternoon through the evening. Wind gusts up to 60 mph and small hail are possible, with no tornado threat expected. The timing varies by location:

• Areas west of Knoxville may see storms begin around 3 p.m. EDT, with the most likely window from 4 to 7 p.m.

• The central region, including Knoxville, can expect the strongest storms between 6 and 9 p.m.

• Far eastern counties may see storms develop after 6 p.m., peaking between 7 and 10 p.m.

The overall threat in East Tennessee is expected to end by late evening.

Residents are encouraged to remain weather aware today and have multiple ways to receive warnings in case storms become severe.

This information is provided by the National Weather Service in Nashville and Morristown.

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