Damaging Winds, Tornado Possible Friday

Severe weather threat possible Friday across region

Severe thunderstorms capable of producing damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph and brief tornadoes are possible Friday for portions of central to northwest Mississippi, northeast Louisiana and southeast Arkansas, according to the National Weather Service in Jackson.

Damaging Winds, Tornado Possible Friday

Damaging Winds, Tornado Possible Friday JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) -A First Alert Weather Day is in effect for Friday as a strong cold front moves in late Thursday night into Friday, bringing a line of severe thunderstorms. Damaging winds are the primary concern, with hail, frequent lightning, and isolated tornadoes also possible. The strongest storms are expected overnight, with the system expected to be out by Saturday morning, and much colder air …