03 Jan 2023 | 08:19 PM UTC
US: Tornado warning in effect for parts of northwestern Georgia until at least 15:45 EST Jan. 3
FLASH: Tornado warning in effect for parts of northwestern Georgia, US, until at least 15:45 EST Jan. 3. Take cover.
Event
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a tornado warning for southwestern Murray County and southeastern Whitfield County, Georgia, notably including Dalton, Jan. 3. The tornado warning is in effect until at least 15:45 EST. The warning could be extended or expanded at short notice.
This is a developing situation; additional information will be issued as warranted.
Advice
Seek shelter immediately in areas covered by the warning. Be prepared to quickly move to a safe location if new warnings are issued. Postpone driving until weather conditions improve. Charge battery-powered devices in case prolonged electricity outages occur. Monitor local media for updated emergency and weather information.