East Tennessee Tornado Watch: NWS Investigates

The National Weather Service has initiated an investigation into a potential tornado that reportedly traversed Greene County and other sections of East Tennessee. On the evening of June 28, dramatic cloud formations were observed above the Great Smoky Mountains. Many social media users documented these skies, with some videos appearing to capture a tornado. Earlier in the afternoon, weather authorities had issued a hazardous weather outlook for a significant portion of East Tennessee. This outlook cautioned residents about the possibility of damaging winds and isolated thunderstorms. While significant risks were not anticipated, the potential for hail, tornadoes, and flooding was noted as a lower probability for the affected areas.