Thunderstorms are likely late tonight after Midnight into Thursday morning. Some of the storms may be strong to severe with damaging winds are the primary threat. The storms will also produce heavy rainfall at very high rainfall rates, which could lead to ponding water, localized flash flooding, and rises on area rivers and streams. There is a Marginal Risk, or level 1 out of 5 threat for severe weather for tonight. Additional chances for thunderstorms are forecast for Thursday afternoon and evening with all modes of severe weather possible. Locally heavy rainfall will also be a concern on Thursday.