Severe weather potential is a concern for certain areas. A damaging-wind threat is expected to increase this afternoon. Storm clusters are currently ongoing in some regions, with additional cumulus development noted in other areas.

Strong heating and certain atmospheric conditions are likely to lead to increasing storm coverage. The environment is becoming favorable for downbursts.

Further details, including the specific areas affected and the probability of watch issuance, are available from the Storm Prediction Center's Mesoscale Discussion 2250.