Monroe County is under a severe thunderstorm watch until 4 p.m. Thursday, according to the National Weather Service. 27 Indiana counties are under a watch. Some storms could be severe, with the possibility of large hail and wind gusts up to 29 miles per hour.
A severe thunderstorm watch indicates weather conditions favor severe storms. The NWS recommends residents be prepared in case a warning is issued. In the case of a severe weather warning, residents should take shelter in a substantial building and leave mobile homes that could be blown over in high winds.
Monroe County residents can monitor the forecast through local weather channels and NWS live trackers.
