04 Jan 2023 | 04:37 PM UTC
US: Tornado warning in effect for Valdosta, Ga., and surrounding areas until at least 12:00 EST Jan. 4
FLASH: Tornado warning in effect for Valdosta, Ga., US, and surrounding areas until at least 12:00 EST Jan. 4. Take cover.
Event
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a tornado warning for central Lowndes County and southeastern Brooks County, Georgia, including Valdosta, Jan. 4. The tornado warning is in effect until 12:00 EST and 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.