The Storm Prediction Center has recently upgraded the risk level for strong to severe storms, giving some areas a threat level 5 out of 5. The Tri-States is under a PDS Tornado Watch through 8 PM, which means a Particularly Dangerous Situation has been reported. A strong low-pressure system that has been moving northeast will drag a cold front through the area later today. The environment has been perfect for strong to severe thunderstorms to develop, and distinct supercells have already formed just to the west. They should move quickly towards the Tri-States, bringing with them the likelihood of large hail and tornadoes. After they pass, a brief break may occur, with the possibility of seeing some sun breaking out. However, the second round of storms will develop early this evening and will likely merge into a line bringing damaging wind gusts, large hail, and tornadoes. Therefore, everyone should be on high alert and take all warnings seriously. A wind advisory was also issued as the winds out of the south will be sustained at 20 to 30 mph, with gusts of 40 to 50 mph.