17 Dec 2023 | 08:10 AM UTC
US: Tornado warning issued for parts of Florida, including Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda and Nocatee, early Dec. 17
FLASH: Tornado warning issued for Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda, and Nocatee, Florida, US, through 03:30 EST Dec. 17. Take cover.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Tornado Warning for Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda and Nocatee, Florida, early Dec. 17. The warning is active through at least 03:30.
The weather warnings could be extended or expanded at short notice.
This is a developing situation; additional information will be issued as warranted.
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.
