LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A WHAS11 Weather Impact Alert Day has been called for Saturday due to a chance of afternoon pop-up storm chances and heavy rainfall expected in Kentucky and Indiana.
Threats
The threat for severe weather is low. However, if a storm were to become severe it would likely be for strong wind gusts or hail. Heavy rain will impact visibility for drivers as well, so be sure to take it slow.
Overall, we are looking at a risk level one and two of five on the severe weather forecast scale.
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Timing
Showers and storms will impact a lot of our area through 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday.
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Continue to stay weather aware and follow the Weather Impact Team's latest forecast.
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