Tornado Warning Issued in Lincoln, Logan, Mingo and Wayne, West Virginia

Tornado Warning was issued by the for Lincoln, Logan, Mingo and Wayne Counties in West Virginia.

Tornado Warning

The alert was issued at 6:40 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 7:15 PM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as extreme. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as observed.

Storm Details

A severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Dunlow, or 13 miles northeast of Inez, moving southeast at 30 mph

Hazards

Tornado and golf ball size hail

Potential Impact

Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. This dangerous storm will be near. Harts around 645 PM EDT. Mount Gay-Shamrock around 655 PM EDT. Holden around 700 PM EDT. Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Dingess, Breeden, and Wilsondale

Areas Affected

The warning covers Lincoln, Logan, Mingo and Wayne Counties in West Virginia.

Safety Information

TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris. Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.