SAVANNAH, Ga. () — A strong but slow moving system that has been producing numerous rounds of severe storms across the country will impact the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry on Monday.

Local Timing & Impacts

Heavy rain and gusty conditions are expected to be our primary concern. Sustained wind will be over 20 mph. Wind gusts in any severe storms that develop may be over 50 mph. There is a also low-end risk for isolated tornadoes to develop. The tornado risk is low, just not zero.

Heavy rain will lead to totals over one inch which may lead to localized flooding in areas with poor drainage.

Heavy rain and storms are projected to begin to move into our western counties in the early afternoon and will continue into the evening. Storms are expected to begin moving off of the coast by 9-10 p.m.

Conditions will remain breezy Monday night and into Tuesday morning.

How To Prepare

Since we are now heading into springtime – when severe thunderstorms become more likely – it is a good idea to think about what you would to in the even that a severe thunderstorm warning or tornado warning is issued for your area. Have a plan to get indoors and to the lowest level of a sturdy structure away from windows and doors.

You also need a reliable way to receive critical weather alerts. A NOAA Weather Radio is a great tool to have in your home or place of work. They are dependable – even when the power and cellular service may be disrupted.

Another great tool to have ready is the  Weather NOW app which can receive weather alerts directly to your mobile device anywhere you are. It is free and is available in the Apple App Store or Google Play.

Storm Team 3 will have you covered as conditions change, stay tuned for the latest forecast.