Severe weather potential exists in certain areas, with localized damaging winds possible this afternoon. Storms have begun to develop within a warm, moist environment, where temperatures are approaching 100 F.

The environment is characterized by high instability and steep low-level lapse rates, which may support downburst potential. However, deep-layer shear is weak, which could limit the severity of the storms.

Further details are available from the Storm Prediction Center, including specific areas affected and the probability of watch issuance, which is currently at 20 percent.