"What makes a supercell unique from all other thunderstorm types is that it contains a deep and persistent rotating updraft called a mesocyclone. If the environment is favorable, supercell thunderstorms can last for several hours," NWS said.

Many in Middle Tennessee woke up Thursday to several volleys of tornado warnings, lightning, thunder and a lot of rain as round after round of severe weather blew through the region. By Thursday night,

Severe thunderstorms and relentless rain are triggering catastrophic flooding across the middle of the US this weekend, as areas already hit hard by a recent string of storms and tornadoes remain in the path of this current system.

A powerful storm system will bring several life-threatening weather hazards to Tennessee starting Wednesday night, including the threat of flash flooding and tornados, warns the National Weather Service.

Several tornadoes have been reported across the Mid-South on Wednesday through Thursday morning, leaving destruction behind.

At least five people have died and that number is expected to increase after severe storms hit the western and middle portions of Tennessee.

The storm has already wreaked havoc across the South and the Midwest, killing at least eight people, including a boy who was swept away by floodwaters in Kentucky.

A powerful storm system will bring several life-threatening weather hazards to Tennessee starting Wednesday night, including the threat of flash flooding and tornados, warns the National Weather Service.

JACKSON, Tenn. — Senator Marsha Blackburn is reminding residents to be cautious with recent severe weather in West Tennessee. Please listen to local law enforcement and take every precaution necessary. We’re ready to assist every Tennessean enduring the storms and flash floods this week. pic.twitter.com/6IXmBGO1H2

Authorities in Michigan say three family members died after a tree struck their vehicle as powerful storms swept across the region