We’ve dealt with one round of showers and thunderstorms already this morning, but the bulk of the action remained north of the immediate area. Accordingly, there will be a greater chance of redevelopment this afternoon across central Indiana. A few of these storms could reach strong to severe levels with damaging winds and large hail the primary concern.

Don’t be surprised if future updates from the Storm Prediction Center (SPC) “pull” this Slight Risk area northward to include Indianapolis. Regardless, the ingredients are in place for a couple of severe cells this afternoon, locally, and it’ll be important to remain weather-aware.

While a shower is still possible this morning, thunderstorm coverage will likely increase in earnest between 1p and 4p. Locally heavy downpours and vivid lightning are a good bet with any storm that develops today.

The other item race goers will have to deal with today will be the heat and humidity. Heat indices will flirt with 90 out at the track this afternoon.

Another active day is dialed up for Memorial Day, itself, across portions of the state. More on this and beyond in another update later today.