02 Apr 2024 | 02:42 PM UTC
US: Tornado warning issued for Huntington and nearby areas of West Virginia, Kentucky, and Ohio, until at least 11:00 EDT April 2
FLASH: Tornado warning issued for Huntington and nearby areas of West Virginia, Kentucky, and Ohio, until at least 11:00 EDT April 2.
The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a Tornado Warning for parts of Cabell and Mason counties in West Virginia, Gallia and Lawrence counties in Ohio, and Boyd County, Kentucky, until at least 10:00 EDT on April 2. The affected area includes the cities of Huntington and Ashland. The warning 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.
