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Middle Tennessee is unlikely to see the Northern Lights this week, as the sight line for the aurora stops hundreds of miles north of the region, and the solar storm is not expected to be as vibrant as previous events.
On June 3, a rare "planetary parade" will occur, with six planets aligning in the sky just before sunrise. In Middle Tennessee, only Saturn and Mars will be visible to the naked eye, while Jupiter, Mercury, Uranus, and Neptune will be harder to see. The event may be obstructed by patchy fog and potential thunderstorms.
The severe weather threat for Middle Tennessee has expired. Earlier, the region faced multiple warnings, including Tornado and Severe Thunderstorm Warnings, with risks of damaging wind gusts, tornadoes, and hail. The National Weather Service had issued a Tornado Watch for the entire area, expecting intense storms with potential EF2 or greater tornadoes.
The risk of severe storms in Middle Tennessee, including Nashville, has been upgraded to a 4 out of 5, indicating a moderate risk of widespread, long-lived severe weather with threats of damaging winds, large hail, and tornadoes. Residents are advised to have multiple ways to receive weather warnings overnight.
Pictures of the rare 2024 eclipse from Nashville and Middle Tennessee showcase the stunning astronomical event, providing a glimpse of the celestial phenomenon in the region.
The 2024 solar eclipse will be visible in Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky, with 90% to 98% totality expected. The eclipse will begin in Nashville around 12:44 p.m., reaching maximum eclipse at 2:03 p.m. The weather forecast indicates the possibility of cloud breaks during the event, with the best chance of clearer skies north of I-40.
Severe storms with damaging winds, large hail, and possible tornadoes are expected to hit Nashville and Middle Tennessee, prompting the National Weather Service to extend the tornado watch until 9 p.m. A second round of severe storms is forecasted for the afternoon, with the greatest threat along and east of Interstate 65. Power outages have been reported, and school districts have announced closures and early dismissals in anticipation of the severe weather.
The National Weather Service has issued a warning for severe weather in Nashville and Middle Tennessee, with the possibility of damaging winds, hail, and even tornadoes on Tuesday afternoon. The storms are expected to develop late Monday night into Tuesday morning and could impact the afternoon commute. Residents are advised to stay alert and consider adjusting their schedules if possible. The weather is expected to clear up by Thursday, with the possibility of snow flurries in the Northern Plateau on Wednesday night.
A Code Red weather alert has been issued for Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky on Tuesday, with a slight chance of potentially severe weather including large hail, tornadoes, and wind gusts up to 60 mph from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Residents are advised to stay updated with FOX 17 News for the latest updates on this storm.
Middle Tennessee's women's basketball team upset Louisville in the NCAA Tournament, with players mocking their opponents by making the "L's down" gesture after erasing an 18-point deficit for a 71-69 victory. Savannah Wheeler and Jalynn Gregory led the charge, with Wheeler scoring 20 of her 22 points in the second half. Louisville's guard Merissah Russell took responsibility for the loss, emphasizing the team's disappointment and the need to uphold their standards.
Day 1 of the Women’s March Madness tournament featured near-upsets, actual upsets, and comebacks, with standout performances from freshman Audi Crooks, who scored 40 points in Iowa State's win over Maryland, and Middle Tennessee's upset victory over Louisville. South Carolina faces North Carolina in the Round of 32, while Ohio State's Celeste Taylor will play her former team, Duke. LSU survived a close call against Rice and will now face Middle Tennessee in the second round.
In a stunning upset, the No. 6 Louisville Cardinals were defeated 71-69 by No. 11 Middle Tennessee in the first round of the women's NCAA Tournament, marking the first time Louisville has lost in the opening round since 2006. Despite holding an 18-point lead in the first half, Louisville couldn't maintain their advantage as Middle Tennessee staged a remarkable comeback. Coach Jeff Walz, known for his tournament coaching prowess, was outmaneuvered as Middle Tennessee's strategic adjustments and strong performances from Jalynn Gregory and Savannah Wheeler led to their victory.
Multiple school districts in Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky will be closed or have a delayed start on February 13 due to wintry weather. Some of the affected districts include Benton County Schools opening at 10:00 AM, Clay County Schools in Celina opening at 10:00 AM, and Perry County Schools in Linden opening at 9:45 AM.
The National Weather Service issued a winter weather advisory for parts of Middle Tennessee, including Nashville, with the area expected to receive scattered showers and a few thunderstorms on Monday, followed by a mix of rain and snow in the evening. Light snow accumulations of up to 1 inch are possible, but uncertainty remains due to above-freezing temperatures. Slick roads are expected on Tuesday as the precipitation freezes, but warmer temperatures should melt any light snow accumulations by the afternoon.
Middle Tennessee and southern Kentucky are under a Code Red Weather alert for thunderstorms and a potential snowfall before midnight, with morning temperatures in the 50s and the possibility of strong storms in the Southern Tier counties. Scattered showers and weaker storms are expected throughout the region, with rain strengthening into the afternoon and high temperatures near 60 degrees before a blast of cooler air brings the potential for snow. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for southern Kentucky, with little accumulation expected due to warm surface air and road temperatures.