Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Cumberland County, TN Issued by NWS Nashville
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for Cumberland County until 1:45 AM CDT. Residents should expect 60 mph wind gusts and potential damage to property.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Nashville has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Cumberland County in Middle Tennessee. The warning was triggered by radar-indicated severe thunderstorms moving east at 50 mph.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically impacts Cumberland County. Key locations in the path include:
- Crossville
- Fairfield Glade
- Crab Orchard
- Pleasant Hill
- Lake Tansi
- Cumberland Mountain State Park
- Slate Springs
- Indian Rock Lake
This alert also includes Interstate 40 between mile markers 305 and 340.
What You Should Do
For your protection, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Avoid windows and stay indoors until the storm has passed.
Expected Conditions
- Wind: Gusts up to 60 mph are expected.
- Hail: Radar indicates hail sizes up to 0.75 inches.
- Impact: High winds are expected to cause damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
Timeline
- Effective: 12:38 AM CDT, March 16, 2026
- Expires: 1:45 AM CDT, March 16, 2026
Note: A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 5:00 AM CDT for Middle Tennessee.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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