CLEVELAND, Ohio — Showers and thunderstorms are expected to move through Northeast Ohio Saturday, bringing the potential for brief heavy rain and gusty winds before conditions gradually improve heading into early next week, the National Weather Service in Cleveland reported.
Forecasters said storms are likely through much of Saturday, with the greatest chances happening during the afternoon and evening. Temperatures are expected to reach the upper 70s, with southwest winds between 14 and 16 mph. Rainfall totals could range from a tenth to a quarter of an inch, though higher amounts are possible in stronger thunderstorms.
The NWS has issued a marginal risk for severe weather, meaning isolated storms could produce wind gusts between 50 and 60 mph. While widespread severe weather is not expected, officials said a few stronger cells could still create hazardous conditions for drivers and outdoor plans…