INDIANA, UNITED STATES — A focused tornado threat area has been identified for Thursday afternoon, with the highest concern centered from Indianapolis south and southeast toward Columbus, Indiana. Forecast guidance indicates that while overall probabilities are not extreme, a few tornadoes are possible between 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM EST, particularly within a defined corridor of enhanced instability.
The threat is expected to shift south and east later in the evening as storms progress across the Ohio Valley.
StormNet Pinpoints Specific Afternoon Tornado Window
According to the StormNet outlook displayed via high-resolution radar guidance, the most favorable timeframe for tornadic development is Thursday from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM EST. The highlighted zone includes areas just south of Indianapolis, extending toward Columbus, and reaching westward in the direction of Bloomington and Evansville.
A concentrated green-shaded area embedded within a broader blue risk region suggests locally enhanced tornado potential compared to surrounding areas. This indicates a focused pocket where atmospheric ingredients may align more efficiently for rotating storms…