Severe Weather Potential Monday Afternoon

Good Afternoon Dawg Fans!

The WeatherDawgs have been tracking a system that is forming out to our west that has the potential to bring us some severe weather, and we're bringing you the latest information! Today, just out to the west, a storm system is forming that will bring severe weather to areas from Louisiana all the way to Wisconsin. This storm will continue to develop and push off to the east, bringing with it the chance for severe weather tomorrow morning and through the afternoon hours.

Threat:

As of now, the majority of the state of Georgia has been placed under a level 3/5 Enhanced risk for tomorrow's storms, as a Quasi-Linear Convective System is set to push through the metro-Atlanta area between 11am and 3pm tomorrow. Because the mode of this storm is a linear squall line, the greatest threat will be for strong and damaging winds that could knock over trees and power lines. While there is less confidence for to possibility of tornadoes, there is still the chance for a quick spin up tornado embedded within the squall line, so don't count out the tornado threat entirely. According to the National Weather Service, the flooding risk should be hampered by the quick nature of the system, but some areas could see some low-impact flooding. Much of North Georgia should see anywhere from .75 to 1.5 inches of rain through midnight on Tuesday, after the passage of the rain.

Map of Georgia detailing the Storm Prediction Center's categorical outlook for March 31st, 2025

Timing:

Northwestern portions of Georgia should see impacts first, with the QLCS moving in between 8am and 10am, and by 11am, the metro-Atlanta area will begin to see the leading edge of the squall come in. The Athens area should be expecting rain to begin sometime around 2pm to 4pm, and this will be associated with the greatest risk for severe weather. There may be some lingering showers behind the main line, but the rain should be gone by midnight on Tuesday.

How to Prepare:

As always, these severe weather risks should be taken seriously, as some of the storms that will approach tomorrow could be dangerous. Since strong and damaging winds are forecast for this storm, be wary of falling trees and power lines. Along with this, there is the risk that the power could go out, so make sure to have all your devices charged up in the case of an emergency. Finally, make sure to stay updated with the National Weather Service, and the WeatherDawgs, as we will be providing more updates as the thunderstorms approach.

Stay safe out there and Go Dawgs!

Jacob Peace