The Severe Thunderstorm Watch covers areas approximately 70 miles east and west of a line from 15 miles north-northeast of Lafayette, IN, to 35 miles south of Bloomington, IN. Communities in these regions should prepare for damaging winds, large hail, and the possibility of tornadoes. Severe thunderstorms can cause property damage, power outages, and hazardous travel conditions. The risk of isolated tornadoes adds an additional layer of concern for residents in the watch area.