Severe Storm & Tornado Outbreak Expected Friday into Saturday
- Ciara Perez
- Mar 12
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 14
Severe Storm & Tornado Outbreak Expected Friday into Saturday
By Ciara Perez, News Reporter | iSkyNews.com (ISC News)
Published March 12, 2025
NWS: A major severe weather outbreak is expected Friday afternoon into early Saturday, impacting parts of the Mississippi, Ohio, and Tennessee Valleys. The Storm Prediction Center (SPC) has issued an Enhanced Risk for severe storms, with tornadoes, damaging winds, and large hail all possible.
Who’s at Risk?
📍 Highest Risk (Enhanced Level 3/5): Memphis, TN – St. Louis, MO – Jackson, MS – Springfield, IL – Evansville, IN📍
Moderate Risk (Slight Level 2/5): Chicago, IL – Indianapolis, IN – Nashville, TN – Louisville, KY – Birmingham, AL
📍 Lower Risk (Marginal Level 1/5): Milwaukee, WI – Kansas City, MO – New Orleans, LA – Omaha, NE – Minneapolis, MN
What to Expect
🌪️ Tornadoes: Fast-moving tornadoes, some strong, especially in the Enhanced Risk zone
💨 Damaging Winds: Gusts of 60-80 mph possible in intense storms
🧊 Hail: Large hail, mainly in northern parts of the risk area
🌊 Heavy Rain & Flooding: Flash flooding concerns in low-lying areas
Storm Timeline
⏳ Friday Afternoon: Storms first develop near Kansas/Missouri and Oklahoma/Arkansas
⏳ Friday Evening: Severe storms push into Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, and Tennessee, bringing tornadoes, damaging winds, and hail
⏳ Friday Night – Early Saturday: Storms shift southward into Mississippi, Alabama, and the Florida Panhandle, with the potential for strong tornadoes overnight
How to Stay Safe
🚨 Before the Storm:
✔️ Check weather alerts on NOAA radio, weather apps, or local news
✔️ Identify a safe shelter (basement, storm shelter, or interior room)
✔️ Prepare an emergency kit with flashlights, water, food, and first aid supplies
🌪️ During the Storm:
✔️ Go to your safe place immediately
✔️ Stay away from windows and exterior walls
✔️ If in a vehicle, do NOT try to outrun a tornado—find a sturdy building or low-lying area
🚧 After the Storm:
✔️ Check on family and neighbors
✔️ Avoid downed power lines and flooded roads
✔️ Stay tuned for additional alerts and updates
Final Thoughts
This severe storm system could bring dangerous weather across multiple states, including tornadoes, damaging winds, and large hail. Now is the time to prepare.
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🙏 Stay safe, stay weather-aware, and be prepared! 🌀
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