Strong tornadoes are possible across the South as storms pass through the Gulf Coast region. Some locations could see half a foot of rain, worsening flooding.

Sign up for the Morning Brief email newsletter to get weekday updates from The Weather Channel and our meteorologists. S​evere thunderstorms and tornadoes are a threat in the South this weekend as a dangerous threat of flooding rain spreads as far north as the Ohio Valley and central Appalachians.

Severe storms in the South this weekend could lead to flash flooding and even tornadoes.

A storm threat over the weekend bring the chance for severe overnight weather, including the risk of tornadoes, strong winds and flooding.