Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Sequatchie 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 5:26PM CDT until August 17 at 6:15PM CDT by NWS Morristown TN
SVRMRX The National Weather Service in Morristown has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Southern Sequatchie County in east Tennessee... Central Marion County in east Tennessee... * Until 615 PM CDT. * At 526 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Tracy City, or 15 miles northwest of Jasper, moving east at 20 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * Locations impacted include... Jasper, Whitwell, Monteagle, Powells Crossroads, Martin Springs, Cartwright, Fiery Gizzard State Park, Sequatchie Cave, Foster Falls State Park, and Griffith Creek.
Effective August 17, 2026 at 6:26 PM ET · Expires August 17, 2026 at 7:15 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Morristown TN
Expires
August 17, 2026 at 7:15 PM ET
Last Checked
just now
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Damaging wind and continuous cloud to ground lightning are occurring with this storm. Move indoors immediately. Lightning is one of nature's leading killers. Remember, if you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Also In Effect For
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning also covers:
Other Active Alerts in Tennessee
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Flash Flood Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Flood Advisory
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Sequatchie 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 (just now). It's set to expire August 17, 2026 at 7:15 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Sequatchie County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Marion County.