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**Nashville Braces for Potential Severe Weather; First Alert Weather Day Declared**
**NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) –** Middle Tennessee residents are urged to prepare for potential severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening as a “First Alert Weather Day” has been declared for Friday. WSMV 4 is forecasting a risk of strong to severe storms across the region, with the most likely period for severe weather between 3 p.m. and 10 p.m.
The primary threat is damaging wind gusts, but heavy rainfall is also expected. Forecasters also noted the potential for pea- to dime-sized hail and said an isolated tornado cannot be ruled out.
The overall severe threat is rated a 2 out of 5 for much of the Midstate. While the peak risk is this evening, additional showers and storms are anticipated overnight and into Saturday morning. WSMV 4 is monitoring a second wave of storms overnight and urging residents to stay tuned for updates.
Residents are encouraged to download the WSMV 4 First Alert Weather app for iPhone or Android to receive life-saving weather alerts, customized messages, and video updates.
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