The National Weather Service has issued Tornado Watch 130 in effect until 7 a.m. Eastern (6 a.m. Central) this morning for several counties in East Tennessee. The watch includes Bledsoe, Blount, Loudon, McMinn, Meigs, Monroe, and Rhea counties. Cities under the watch include Athens, Decatur, Loudon, Madisonville, Maryville, Pikeville, and Spring City.

In addition, Tornado Watch 128 remains in effect until 3 a.m. Central for Cumberland County, including the City of Crossville.

A Tornado Watch means conditions are favorable for the development of tornadoes. Residents are urged to remain alert and have multiple ways to receive warnings overnight.