Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Breckinridge, Butler, Grayson, Hancock and Ohio counties, KY · ended Wed 8:42 PM CST
Storms with damaging wind or large hail are possible. Keep alerts on and plan to be indoors.
SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 704 REMAINS VALID UNTIL 10 PM CST THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS
IN KENTUCKY THIS WATCH INCLUDES 5 COUNTIES
IN CENTRAL KENTUCKY
BRECKINRIDGE GRAYSON HANCOCK OHIO
IN SOUTH CENTRAL KENTUCKY
BUTLER
THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF ABERDEEN, BAIZETOWN, BEAVER DAM, BEDA, CROMWELL, DUKES, DUNBAR, GARFIELD, GLEN DEAN, HARDINSBURG, HARNED, HARTFORD, HAWESVILLE, LEITCHFIELD, LEWISPORT, LOGANSPORT, MADRID, MCDANIELS, MCQUADY, MORGANTOWN, PATESVILLE, PELLVILLE, PRENTISS, QUALITY, AND ROSINE.
What to do during a Severe Thunderstorm Watch
- 1Keep alerts onCharge your phone and turn the volume up so you hear a warning.
- 2Secure outdoor itemsPatio furniture, trash cans and toys can be thrown by strong wind.
- 3Plan to be indoorsKnow where you will be when storms arrive and avoid long trips outdoors.
- 4Get ready for outagesKeep flashlights and charged batteries handy.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch vs. Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Watch questions
How long does a Severe Thunderstorm Watch last?
Usually 4 to 8 hours. It can be extended, cancelled early, or replaced by warnings for parts of the area.
Who issues a Severe Thunderstorm Watch?
The NOAA Storm Prediction Center issues watches. Local National Weather Service offices list the counties and issue warnings.
Do I need to go indoors during a watch?
Not yet, but stay close to shelter. Go inside as soon as a warning is issued or you hear thunder.