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More storms are moving into the area this evening

The main threat from the severe weather will be damaging wind.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — **A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been canceled for East Tennessee.**

Credit: WBIR Weather

TIMING: Another round of strong to severe storms is moving onto the Plateau. These storms will continue east into the Valley and move into the Mountains after 8 pm.

Credit: WBIR Weather

IMPACTS: The main threat will be from the potential from damaging winds. Hail is also possible. While the chances of a tornado are very low, an isolated spin-up is not out of the question.

Credit: wbir

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East Tennessee could see damaging wind from the storms, with speeds 60 mph or more.

Cloud to ground lightning will also present a threat. Remember, when thunder roars, head indoors.

These storms could also bring locally heavy rainfall with them.

Remember, be prepared with a safe space and to keep an eye on your weather alerts throughout the evening. 

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