Tornado watch in effect for Rutherford County until 9pm tonight. Severe thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and evening in Middle Tennessee. We may also see damaging straight line winds and large hail are likely. Stay with the NewsRadio WGNS Weather Eye team of meteorologists for any watches or warnings. Also, sign up now to receive text alerts on your cell phone of weather bulletins. We have links on our website, WGNSRadio.com.