Southeast Can't Catch a Break as Severe Weather and Flash Flood Threat Return

The storms that brought the work week to a close in the mid-Atlantic and portions of the Northeast are going to slip into the southeastern U.S. over the weekend. Meanwhile, a risk of flash flooding will set up over the Ohio Valley. Read on for where you can expect the most weather disruptions in the next few days.

Southeast Target of Weekend Storms

Saturday could be a rough day of weather across a swath of land from northeastern Georgia to the north into Virginia. The greatest chance of thunderstorms will be in the afternoon and evening hours. Like the storm action earlier in the week, damaging winds and heavy rain capable of triggering flooding will be the most concerning impacts.

The Research Triangle region of North Carolina will be at the center of the action on Saturday. While the day will start on a quiet note, the storm activity is forecast to increase as the day progresses and the temperatures climb into the low 90s. Storms will become more prevalent during the evening hours.

Looking ahead to Sunday, the chance of severe storms will push even farther south, diving deeper into Georgia. Cities in the impact zone include Atlanta, Savannah, Charleston, and Charlotte. Do not be surprised if some of these storms sneak into northern Florida as well. Jacksonville should be ready for storms packing gusty winds to ignite in the afternoon and evening hours.

Flash Flooding and Lightning Strikes Most Worrisome Hazards

Forecasters are warning that communities that have seen repeated downpours over the last week will be the most at risk of flooding issues. Even in the absence of more volatile impacts, such as strong winds or hail, the rain associated with these storms could be potent enough to raise the risk of flash flooding across a large portion of the Ohio Valley and into the southern Appalachians.

Lastly, meteorologists are urging residents in the crosshairs of these storms to be aware of the dangers of lightning strikes. It was just one week ago that a man died in Florida due to a lightning bolt.

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