According to the National Weather Service, a strong storm system is approaching western Kentucky from Missouri and Arkansas. This system has prompted NWS to issue a tornado watch across much of the region until 4:00 p.m., today.
The watch includes these counties in western Kentucky: Crittenden, Livingston, Caldwell, Lyon, Union, Webster Ballard, Calloway, Carlisle, Christian, Daviess, Fulton, Graves, Henderson, Hickman, Hopkins, Marshall, McCracken, McLean, Muhlenberg, Todd and Trigg.
If these storms hold together widespread wind damage will be possible across the region, warned Keith Todd, a resident of Marion and spokesperson for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet's two westernmost districts.
The main line should approach the Mississippi River after 11 a.m., this morning.
These storms have a history of producing winds of 70 to 100 mph.
This squall line is likely to create hazardous driving conditions with rainwater accumulating on road surfaces and blowing rain creating limited visibility, Todd said. High winds are likely to create additional hazards, especially for high profile vehicles.
Appropriate caution is advised.
