People in the Baton Rouge area can expect scattered thunderstorms and a possibility of severe weather over the weekend. The Baton Rouge area is split between a slight risk (2/5) and an enhanced risk (3/5) for severe weather.

The Baton Rouge region can expect severe storms — including potential tornadoes — Saturday afternoon and evening, according to the National Weather Service, with wind gusts peaking at over 60 miles per hour. Meteorologist Philip Grigsby with the NWS in New Orleans said residents should stay alert and weather aware in case of tornado warnings.

Most heavy thunderstorms last under an hour. State officials recommend getting off at the nearest exit and waiting at a store if visibility drops.