Tornado Warning 36, NWS Louisville, KY

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Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Louisville KY
406 PM EDT Tue Jul 21 2026

KYC163-212016-
/O.CAN.KLMK.TO.W.0036.000000T0000Z-260721T2030Z/
Meade KY-
406 PM EDT Tue Jul 21 2026

...THE TORNADO WARNING FOR EASTERN MEADE COUNTY IS CANCELLED...

The tornadic thunderstorm which prompted the warning has weakened. 
moved out of the warned area. Therefore, the warning has been 
cancelled.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1000 PM EDT for
south central Indiana...and central Kentucky.

&&

LAT...LON 3806 8570 3788 8571 3795 8598 3801 8598
      3801 8595 3800 8593 3801 8591 3801 8592
      3802 8591
TIME...MOT...LOC 2006Z 280DEG 38KT 3797 8593 

$$

KYC029-093-212030-
/O.CON.KLMK.TO.W.0036.000000T0000Z-260721T2030Z/
Bullitt KY-Hardin KY-
406 PM EDT Tue Jul 21 2026

...A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 430 PM EDT FOR
NORTHWESTERN BULLITT AND NORTHERN HARDIN COUNTIES...

At 406 PM EDT, a confirmed tornado was located 10 miles south of
Valley Station, moving east at 45 mph.

HAZARD...Damaging tornado.

SOURCE...Radar confirmed tornado.

IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without 
         shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage 
         to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur.  Tree damage is 
         likely.

This tornado will be near...
  Shepherdsville around 415 PM EDT.

Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Howard, Cupio, Barrallton, Belmont, West Point, Stites, Gap In Knob,
Pitts Point, Beech Grove, and Brooks.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

To repeat, a tornado is on the ground. TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a
basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy
building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in
a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect
yourself from flying debris.

This cluster of thunderstorms is capable of producing tornadoes and
widespread significant wind damage. Do not wait to see or hear the
tornado. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest
floor of a building.

Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.

&&

LAT...LON 3806 8570 3788 8571 3795 8598 3801 8598
      3801 8595 3800 8593 3801 8591 3801 8592
      3802 8591
TIME...MOT...LOC 2006Z 280DEG 38KT 3797 8593 

TORNADO...OBSERVED
MAX HAIL SIZE...<.75 IN

$$

Bumgardner

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WWUS53 KLMK 212017
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Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Louisville KY
417 PM EDT Tue Jul 21 2026

KYC093-212027-
/O.CAN.KLMK.TO.W.0036.000000T0000Z-260721T2030Z/
Hardin KY-
417 PM EDT Tue Jul 21 2026

...THE TORNADO WARNING FOR NORTHERN HARDIN COUNTY IS CANCELLED...

The tornadic thunderstorm which prompted the warning has moved out 
of the warned area. Therefore, the warning has been cancelled.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1000 PM EDT for
central Kentucky.

&&

LAT...LON 3793 8584 3796 8583 3797 8571 3788 8571
      3790 8580
TIME...MOT...LOC 2017Z 283DEG 34KT 3793 8580 

$$

KYC029-212030-
/O.CON.KLMK.TO.W.0036.000000T0000Z-260721T2030Z/
Bullitt KY-
417 PM EDT Tue Jul 21 2026

...A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 430 PM EDT FOR WEST
CENTRAL BULLITT COUNTY...

At 417 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Shepherdsville, moving east at 40 mph.

HAZARD...Tornado.

SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.

IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without 
         shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage 
         to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur.  Tree damage is 
         likely.

This dangerous storm will be near...
  Shepherdsville around 425 PM EDT.

Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Belmont and Beech Grove.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.

This cluster of thunderstorms is capable of producing tornadoes and
widespread significant wind damage. Do not wait to see or hear the
tornado. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest
floor of a building.

Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.

&&

LAT...LON 3793 8584 3796 8583 3797 8571 3788 8571
      3790 8580
TIME...MOT...LOC 2017Z 283DEG 34KT 3793 8580 

TORNADO...RADAR INDICATED
MAX HAIL SIZE...<.75 IN

$$

Bumgardner

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Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Louisville KY
425 PM EDT Tue Jul 21 2026

KYC029-212033-
/O.EXP.KLMK.TO.W.0036.000000T0000Z-260721T2030Z/
Bullitt KY-
425 PM EDT Tue Jul 21 2026

...THE TORNADO WARNING FOR WEST CENTRAL BULLITT COUNTY WILL EXPIRE AT
430 PM EDT...

The tornado threat has diminished and the Tornado Warning has been
cancelled. However, large hail and damaging winds remain likely and a
Severe Thunderstorm Warning remains in effect for the area.  However,
gusty winds and heavy rain are still possible with this thunderstorm.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1000 PM EDT for
central Kentucky.

Remember, a Severe Thunderstorm Warning still remains in effect for
Meade and Bullitt Counties until 430pm EDT/330pm CDT.

&&

LAT...LON 3793 8584 3796 8583 3797 8571 3788 8571
      3790 8580
TIME...MOT...LOC 2023Z 280DEG 38KT 3792 8574 

$$

Bumgardner

Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Louisville KY
341 PM EDT Tue Jul 21 2026

.KEY MESSAGES...

* Severe thunderstorms are likely from midday through this evening,
  with all severe hazards possible. Damaging straight-line winds are
  the main hazard, but a few tornadoes and large hail will be
  possible. Localized heavy rainfall may lead to flash flooding,
  especially east of I-65.

* Calm weather moves in with cooler than average highs for Wednesday
  through Friday this week.

* Rain chances return late week into the weekend with maximum
  temperatures returning to the 90s.

&&

.UPDATE...
Issued at 341 PM EDT Tue Jul 21 2026

Semi-discrete supercells have now congealed into a squall line
moving through south-central Indiana and into central Kentucky.
Forecast updates reflect the timing of the system, which is
closely mimicking the HRRR forecast. SPC mesoanalysis ahead of
the squall line has very high CAPE (instability) amounts (SBCAPE
upwards of 4000 J/KG, MLCAPE around 3000 J/KG), effective bulk
shear between 40-50 KTS, PWs of greater than 2 (approaching
climatological maximum for July), DCAPEs greater than 600 J/KG, and
registering elevated numbers on several supercell/tornado
parameters (supercell composite, effective layer STP, effective
layer SRHs). Storms will continue to race toward the
south/southeast direction into a ripe environment for storms to
continue and/or strengthen for the next 4-6 hours.

&&

.SHORT TERM /THROUGH TONIGHT/...
Issued at 145 PM EDT Tue Jul 21 2026

*** Today and Tonight ***

An upper level trough is beginning to drop south into the northern
part of the Ohio Valley. An associated low pressure system over
Ontario is draping a cold front SW through northern IL into the
Central Plains. This front is expected to push through the forecast
area today and tonight. Ahead of the line, PWATS are between 1.5" to
2" across the region (on the order of 75th to 99th percentile for
late July). As storms start to move in this afternoon, PWATS could
reach 2.5" (approaching climatological maximum for late July).
Southern IN counties can expected for storms to start moving in
early afternoon, with a some more discrete storms initially. As the
afternoon progresses, a broken line of storms will beginning to
develop over southern IN and move SW through KY.

All severe threats remain possible for this afternoon and evening.
Gusty winds up to 70 MPH are expected with storms, along with a 1"-
2" hail threat. Isolated large hail is not out of the question, but
has the greatest chance with discrete cellular storms rather than
with the linear convection. A few isolated tornadoes are possible
mainly east of I-65, but not off the table for the remaining of the
forecast area. SBCAPE values are ranging from 2,000 - 4,000 J/kg
across the area providing ample instability for the environment.
Deep layer shear values of 30 - 40 kts are also expected to move in
ahead of this line, adding to the threat of tornadoes. However, LCL
heights are expected to remain marginal which would decrease that
threat slightly. There is also a concern for flash flooding with the
favorable PWAT environment. Storms will produce heavy rainfall
leading to isolated flash flooding, along with any training storms
through the evening hours. A flood watch has been issued for KY
counties mainly east of I-65 that will run through late tonight.

&&

.LONG TERM /WEDNESDAY THROUGH TUESDAY/...
Issued at 145 PM EDT Tue Jul 21 2026

*** Tomorrow - Monday Night ***

Behind the cold front, a surface high pressure will build into the
Ohio Valley starting tomorrow. The upper level ridge that is
currently in place over the southern Plains will continue to
persist, leaving the Ohio Valley region in a northwesterly flow
aloft. Tomorrow some gusty winds are possible through the day as a
mid-level jet moves through. Maximum temperatures tomorrow are
expected to be in the mid to low 80s tomorrow with the CAA behind
the front. Temperatures will bounce back to the mid to upper 80s by
Saturday.

The next chance for precip will be Friday as a shortwave
trough moves east from the Central Plains. As we move into the late
weekend early week, a couple frontal boundaries will move through
the region. This will likely bring another round of rain showers for
Sunday into Monday. Temperatures to start the week will be in the
upper 80s and low 90s.

&&

.AVIATION /18Z TAFS THROUGH 00Z THURSDAY/...
Issued at 145 PM EDT Tue Jul 21 2026

Convective activity over south central Indiana has initiated and
is starting to move southeastward into the region. General
arrival times are between 18Z and 19Z for south central Indiana
terminals, 19Z and 20Z for Louisville area terminals, and
pushing into central Kentucky (including Lexington, Bardstown,
Elizabethtown areas) for 20Z to 21Z. Sites should expect a few
hours (at least) of strong gusty winds and reduced visibilities
from heavy downpours this evening. Hail is also a concern in
these storms. Once storms pass, general wind direction will be
out of the NW with some chances for patchy MVFR fog later
tonight into tomorrow morning.

&&

.LMK WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
KY...Heat Advisory until 7 PM CDT this evening for KYZ023-024-026-
     027-061>063-070>076-081.
     Flood Watch until midnight EDT tonight for KYZ033.
     Flood Watch until 2 AM EDT /1 AM CDT/ Wednesday for KYZ034>043-
     045>049-053>057-063>067-073>078-081-082.
IN...Heat Advisory until 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ this evening for
     INZ083-089.

&&

UPDATE...MK
SHORT TERM...CAL
LONG TERM...CAL
AVIATION...CAL

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Louisville KY
330 PM EDT Tue Jul 21 2026

KYZ033>035-211945-
Shelby KY-Henry KY-Franklin KY-
330 PM EDT Tue Jul 21 2026

...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM WILL IMPACT NORTHEASTERN SHELBY...HENRY AND
NORTHWESTERN FRANKLIN COUNTIES THROUGH 345 PM EDT...

At 330 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
New Castle, moving east at 30 mph.

HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and pea size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
         unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
         possible.

Locations impacted include...
New Castle, Eminence, Pleasureville, Campbellsburg, Port Royal, North
Pleasureville, Drennon Springs, Delville, Bethlehem, and Slabtown.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.

To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service
office in Louisville.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1000 PM EDT for
central Kentucky.

&&

LAT...LON 3856 8506 3857 8504 3856 8501 3851 8503
      3852 8498 3849 8499 3846 8495 3843 8496
      3844 8495 3846 8492 3845 8491 3844 8493
      3842 8488 3838 8490 3837 8487 3824 8493
      3833 8525 3857 8519 3859 8517 3860 8508
TIME...MOT...LOC 1930Z 282DEG 24KT 3836 8514

MAX HAIL SIZE...0.25 IN
MAX WIND GUST...55 MPH

Webb

Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Louisville KY
333 PM EDT Tue Jul 21 2026

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0308 PM     Tstm Wnd Dmg     3 E Pewee Valley        38.31N 85.43W
07/21/2026                   Oldham             KY   911 Call Center

            Tree down blocking entire roadway on W Mount
            Zion Road and Abbott Glen Dr.

&&

CAL

Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Louisville KY
340 PM EDT Tue Jul 21 2026

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0308 PM     Tstm Wnd Dmg     1 SW Goshen             38.40N 85.60W
07/21/2026                   Oldham             KY   911 Call Center

            Tree down over wires across the roadway
            completely blocking on Reading Road.

&&

CAL

Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Louisville KY
351 PM EDT Tue Jul 21 2026

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0308 PM     Tstm Wnd Dmg     2 W Goshen              38.40N 85.62W
07/21/2026                   Oldham             KY   911 Call Center

            Tree and lines down on the roadway on
            Harmony Village Rd.

&&

CAL

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Louisville KY
357 PM EDT Tue Jul 21 2026

KYZ033-035>037-041-212030-
Henry KY-Scott KY-Fayette KY-Franklin KY-Harrison KY-
357 PM EDT Tue Jul 21 2026

...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM WILL IMPACT SCOTT...NORTHWESTERN FAYETTE...
SOUTHWESTERN HARRISON AND NORTHERN FRANKLIN COUNTIES THROUGH 430 PM
EDT...

At 357 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 12
miles south of Owenton, moving southeast at 30 mph.

HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and pea size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
         unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
         possible.

Locations impacted include...
Georgetown, Frankfort, Stamping Ground, Sadieville, Longlick,
Spindletop Estates, Leesburg, Skinnersburg, Moon Lake Estates, and
Muddy Ford.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1000 PM EDT for
central Kentucky.

&&

LAT...LON 3828 8442 3828 8444 3826 8443 3811 8453
      3815 8465 3818 8465 3818 8468 3817 8468
      3818 8471 3819 8473 3818 8476 3826 8499
      3842 8488 3839 8490 3838 8490 3836 8487
      3834 8478 3837 8471 3845 8460 3833 8439
TIME...MOT...LOC 1957Z 296DEG 26KT 3837 8478

MAX HAIL SIZE...0.25 IN
MAX WIND GUST...55 MPH

Webb

Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Louisville KY
400 PM EDT Tue Jul 21 2026

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0350 PM     Flood            3 S Louisville          38.21N 85.76W
07/21/2026                   Jefferson          KY   911 Call Center

            Water rescue for vehicle stuck in flooded
            waters on 2500 block of S 3rd Street.

&&

CAL