Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Multiple East Tennessee Counties Until 5:15 AM EDT

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Morristown has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for several counties in East Tennessee. The alert was issued at 4:17 AM EDT and remains in effect until 5:15 AM EDT on March 16, 2026.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions in East Tennessee:

• Southwestern Hawkins County
• East central Blount County
• Eastern Jefferson County
• Cocke County
• Central Greene County
• Sevier County
• Hamblen County

Specific locations impacted include Morristown, Greeneville, Sevierville, Newport, Gatlinburg, Dandridge, Pigeon Forge, White Pine, Baneberry, and Parrottsville. This warning also includes Interstate 40 in Tennessee between mile markers 417 and 451, and Interstate 81 in Tennessee between mile markers 1 and 32.

What You Should Do

For your protection, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Residents should stay away from windows and remain indoors until the warning has expired.

Expected Conditions

• Hazards: Wind gusts of up to 60 mph and hail up to .75 inches.
• Source: Radar indicated.
• Impact: Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

Timeline

The alert is effective from 4:17 AM EDT until 5:15 AM EDT. At 4:17 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Morristown, moving east at 45 mph.