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Areas of Excessive Rainfall and Severe Thunderstorms for Friday

Heavy to excessive rainfall may produce areas of flooding Friday and Friday night from central Texas into the lower Mississippi Valley. Scattered strong to severe thunderstorms are expected from central Texas to middle Tennessee and central Kentucky Friday afternoon into early Friday night. Large hail and damaging winds are the main threats. Read More >

The upcoming warm weather will bring some people to the water this weekend and next week.  But please be aware; the water temperatures are still cold--sudden immersion can cause Cold Water Shock.  It is easy to underestimate the danger of swift running water in rivers and streams. Wether you are floating down a stream or bobbing on a lake—wear your life jacket!