Concern continues that there could be a significant severe weather outbreak in western Kentucky this afternoon and evening.
Meteorologist Derrick Snyder with the National Weather Service in Paducah says all of the data continues to point toward damaging winds, large hail and tornadoes all being possible.
Severe weather will be most likely in the Pennyrile region between 5 and 11 p.m. and Snyder urges folks to think about their plan of action for if a tornado warning is issued.
There is an enhanced risk for severe weather in the Pennyrile region and a moderate risk in far western Kentucky.
A Wind Advisory is also in effect from 1 p.m. today until 1 a.m. Saturday for the entire listening area, as sustained winds could reach 30 mph and gusts could get as high as 45 mph.
Stay tuned to the WHOP Family of Stations and monitor our social media outlets for any potential watches or warnings.
