Severe storms are possible in Stark County this week.
The National Weather Service issued a hazardous outlook for severe thunderstorms expected Tuesday in the area, with potential for hail and tornadoes. The service has categorized the system as carrying an enhanced risk of severe thunderstorms in Stark County.
"Thunderstorms are likely Tuesday afternoon and evening. Some storms may be severe with damaging wind gusts being the primary threat," according to the outlook. "Other hazards, including large hail and a tornado or two, are also possible."
Potentially hazardous conditions are expected mainly from 2-8 p.m. Tuesday. Wind gusts could reach speeds of up to 70 mph, according to the service.
Looking forward, rain will continue into most of the week, with showers possible Wednesday, Thursday and Friday as well. The weekend is expected to clear up, with temperatures peaking near 57 Saturday and near 65 Sunday.
What should I do in the event of severe thunderstorms?
Here are some actions recommended by the National Weather Service that you can take to prepare for severe thunderstorms:
- Be weather-ready:Check the forecast regularly to see if you're at risk for severe weather. Listen to local news or aNOAA Weather Radioto stay informed about severe thunderstorm watches and warnings. Check theWeather-Ready Nationfor tips.
- Sign up for notifications:Know how your community sends warning. Some communities have outdoor sirens. Others depend on media and smart phones to alert residents to severe storms.
- Create a communications plan:Have a family plan that includes an emergency meeting place and related information. Pick a safe room in your home such as a basement, storm cellar or an interior room on the lowest floor with no windows. Get more ideas for a plan at:https://www.ready.gov/make-a-plan
- Practice your plan:Conduct a family severe thunderstorm drill regularly so everyone knows what to do if a damaging wind or large hail is approaching. Make sure all members of your family know to go there when severe thunderstorm warnings are issued. Don't forget pets if time allows.
- Prepare your home :Keep trees and branches trimmed near your house. If you have time before severe weather hits, secure loose objects, close windows and doors, and move any valuable objects inside or under a sturdy structure.
- Help your neighbor: Encourage your loved ones to prepare for severe thunderstorms. Take CPR training so you can help if someone is hurt during severe weather.
What's the forecast for the week?
Here's what the forecast looks like this week for the Akron-Canton area:
Today: Sunny, with a high near 77 degrees. South wind 5 to 9 mph.
Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 61 degrees. South wind 6 to 9 mph.
Tuesday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 1 p.m. High near 80. Southwest wind 14 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tuesday night: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm before 11 p.m., then a chance of showers. Low around 46. Southwest wind 8 to 13 mph becoming north after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Wednesday: A slight chance of showers before 8 a.m., then a slight chance of showers after 2 p.m. Mostly sunny, with a high near 67. North wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Wednesday night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 8 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 54. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Thursday: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. High near 78. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Thursday night: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm, mainly before 2 a.m., then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 a.m. Low around 58. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Friday: Showers likely, mainly after 8 a.m. Partly sunny, with a high near 67. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Friday night: A chance of showers before 2 a.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 44. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 57.
Saturday night: Mostly clear, with a low around 39.
Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 65.
