NWS says be weather aware today

(Graphic: National Weather Service/@NWSILN on Twitter)

(Southeastern IN) – The area is under a slight or two out of five, risk of strong to severe storms today.

The National Weather Service says showers and thunderstorms are likely this afternoon and evening.

Some storms could be severe, with damaging winds and large hail the primary threats.

Forecasters say the greatest severe weather threat window will be between 2 and 9 pm.

In addition, heavy rain will be possible, which could result in localized flooding.