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

We will likely see a line of strong and severe storms sweep through our area tonight. The Storm Prediction Center is highlighting an enhanced risk (orange - threat level 3 out of 5) for portions of Mississippi and parts of west Alabama today.

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.

Strong tornadoes, damaging winds and large hail threaten a wide swath of the South Saturday as part of a massive weekend storm whose effects stretch from the Northeast to the Gulf Coast.

A pair of threats are in play in parts of the South this weekend, especially Saturday. Here's what you need to know.