27 Sep 2024 | 08:08 PM UTC
US: Tornado warning in effect for parts of Huntington-Ashland Metropolitan Area, Kentucky, until at least 15:30 Sept. 27
FLASH: Tornado warning in effect for parts of Huntington-Ashland Metropolitan Area, Ky., US, until at least 15:30 Sept. 27. Take cover.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a tornado warning for parts of the Huntington-Ashland Metropolitan Area, including Boyd, Greenup, and Lawrence counties along the Kentucky-Ohio state line on Sept. 27. The warning is in effect until at least 15:30, and areas under the warning include the cities of Ashland, Ky., Ironton, OH, and Flatwoods, Ky. The tornado warning could be extended or expanded on 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.
