The City of Columbia is preparting for this afternoon's severe weather. We're at risk for high winds, isolated tornadoes, and heavy rains. STAY SAFE: Download the WLTX App: https://www.wltx.com/article/news/local/wltx-new-app-download/101-c10689e0-3e0a-48d6-b24e-16eec89089d8 | WLTX News19

🚨 FRIDAY JANUARY 9 🚨 Alright… let’s talk like adults for a second (just a second). The Storm Prediction Center has parts of the Deep South outlined with a Level 2 for severe weather, with a broader Level 1 surrounding it. That means the signal is there three days out which in meteorology is not noise, that’s consistency. 🔬 What’s driving this? • Strong upper-level trough ejecting east • Increasing deep layer shear • Gulf moisture returning with surface dew points climbing • A favorable setup