Monroe County is under a severe thunderstorm watch until 4 a.m. Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service. It is one of 54 Indiana counties that are under a watch.
A severe thunderstorm watch indicates weather conditions favor severe storms. The NWS recommends residents be prepared in case a warning is issued.
Some storms could be severe, with damaging winds being the primary threat. Heavy rain, lightning and localized flooding are possibilities with any storm, according to the NWS.
A warning indicates severe weather, including large hail or damaging winds, is occurring or will be shortly in a location. 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.
The county is also under a heat advisory through Sunday.
