Tornado Warning Issued in Potter and Tioga, Pennsylvania

Tornado Warning was issued by the National Weather Service for Potter and Tioga Counties in Pennsylvania.

Tornado Warning

The alert was issued at 5:13 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 5:45 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 6 miles west of Harrison Valley, or 26 miles northwest of Wellsboro, moving southeast at 30 mph

Hazards

Tornado and ping pong 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 tornado will be near. Galeton and Gaines around 540 PM EDT. Other locations impacted by the tornado include Ulysses

Areas Affected

The warning covers Potter and Tioga Counties in Pennsylvania.

Safety Information

Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a well-built building away from 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.