Updated: Severe Thunderstorm Issued for Portion of County

(Updated 5:43 p.m.) A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for central Montgomery County until 6 p.m., according to a county alert Patch received at 5:37 p.m.

(original) Montgomery County government issued the following alert:

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Montgomery County until 8 p.m. Severe thunderstorms are possible this afternoon and evening.

The primary threat with these storms include extremely heavy rain, large hail, lightning, and isolated tornadoes. Those with outdoor plans should monitor the skies and be prepared for threatening weather.

A severe thunderstorm watch means conditions are favorable for severe storms in and close to the watch area. Severe thunderstorms can and occasionally do produce tornadoes with little or no advanced warning. Residents should be on the lookout for threatening weather conditions and listen for later statements and possible warnings.