Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Rhea County, Tennessee
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Current Status
⛈️ Active: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 17 at 4:34PM EDT until August 17 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
At 434 PM EDT/334 PM CDT/, a severe thunderstorm was located 8 miles northeast of Dunlap, moving east at 30 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Dunlap, Brayton, Flat Top Mountain, and Palio.
Effective August 17, 2026 at 4:34 PM ET · Expires August 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Morristown TN
Expires
August 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Last Checked
38 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.
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This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning also covers:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Rhea County, Tennessee?
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Is this Severe Thunderstorm Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (38 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Rhea County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Bledsoe County, Sequatchie County.