A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for Rockbridge County until 8 p.m.
A severe thunderstorm warning was been issued for northern Rockbridge County until 4:30 p.m., but has since expired.
Primary threats are damaging wind gusts to 70 mph, isolated hail events and possible isolated tornadoes, according to the National Weather Service. Flooding could also occur.
Storms are expected to increase through the afternoon.
A severe thunderstorm watch means that conditions are favorable for strong thunderstorms to develop, and people should be on the lookout.
