FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WOWO) — Much of northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio face an elevated threat for severe weather Tuesday, with the greatest risk expected during the afternoon.
The National Weather Service in northern Indiana says the main window for severe weather will be from noon to 6 p.m., when a line of potentially powerful thunderstorms could move through the region.
The greatest severe weather threat is expected along and south of U.S. 30, although areas farther north could still see strong storms.
Damaging Winds, Tornadoes Possible
The primary concern Tuesday is damaging straight-line winds, with wind gusts potentially exceeding 70 mph.
A low tornado threat also exists, with the National Weather Service placing the tornado probability at 2% to 4%, generally along and south of U.S. 30…