Severe storms approach Rhode Island

Severe Weather Warning until 5 p.m. for Providence and Kent counties, with damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph and hail. A tornado is also possible. Seek shelter indoors as these storms approach! The best place to seek shelter during a severe thunderstorm is the lowest floor of a sturdy building, away from windows.

Lightning is also common during this storm. Lightning is one of Mother Nature’s deadliest pests. As soon as you hear thunder, get inside your house or into a vehicle with a solid roof. Do not use corded phones, the shower, or any other appliance that is plugged into an electrical outlet while inside the house.

Severe storms are expected to continue from now until 8 p.m. These storms are expected to weaken as they move out to sea around sunset.

Stay with Storm Team 10 for updates on this severe weather risk.