A severe weather threat continues for certain areas. The threat includes scattered damaging winds and isolated hail, expected to persist through late afternoon. A broken band of thunderstorms is currently affecting the region.

Deep-layer flow associated with a mesoscale convective vortex is spreading over the area, contributing to the severe weather threat. Strong heating has resulted in substantial destabilization, supporting the potential for downbursts.

Further details are available from the Storm Prediction Center, including specific watch numbers and valid times. The center's discussion provides more information on the ongoing severe weather situation.