Special Weather Statement until THU 2:45 PM EDT

What’s Happening:

A strong thunderstorm is moving northeast at 10 mph, impacting northeastern Franklin County. The storm is expected to last through 2:45 PM EDT.

Affected Areas:

• Boones Mill
• Burnt Chimney
• Wirtz
• Westlake Corner

What to Expect:

• Wind gusts up to 40 mph
• Locally heavy rain reducing visibility
• Ponding of water on roadways and minor flooding in low-lying areas

Impacts:

• Potential for tree limbs to be knocked down
• Unsecured objects may be blown around
• Risk of hydroplaning on wet roads

Safety Tips:

• Secure outdoor objects to prevent them from being blown away.
• Reduce speed and use caution while driving to avoid hydroplaning.
• Avoid driving through flooded areas.

When to Check Back:

Monitor weather.gov or thefranklinnewspost.com/weather for updates.

This weather alert was produced with AI assistance using National Weather Service data.