Update, 2:20 p.m.: Clarksville police are warning drivers to be aware of rising water in low-lying areas.
“The rapid storms have produced a large amount of rain and the roads are being covered,” according to CPD spokesman Scott Beaubien. “Please use caution, slow down and be aware of possible flash flooding.”
Update, 2:13 p.m.: The severe thunderstorm warning has been extended to 3pm for Robertson, Dickson and Cheatham counties.
At 2:11 p.m., severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Springfield to near Vanleer, moving southeast at 30 mph.
Previously:
CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Montgomery, Robertson, Dickson and Cheatham counties until 2:30 p.m.
At 1:47 p.m., severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 9 miles northwest of Coopertown to 12 miles east of Erin, moving southeast at 25 miles per hour.
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The main hazards are 60 mph wind gusts and penny hail.
“Expect damage to roofs, siding and trees,” the warning read. “For your protection, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.”
For local severe weather alerts and updates, tune into Beaver 100.3, Q108, Z97.5, Rewind 94.3 or NewZee 105.5 radio stations.
This article will be updated.
