26 Sep 2024 | 12:12 AM UTC
US: Tornado warning in effect for parts of southwestern Virginia and southeastern West Virginia until at least 20:30 Sept. 25
FLASH: Tornado warning in effect for parts of southwestern Virginia and southeastern West Virginia, US, until 20:30 Sept. 25. Take cover.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a tornado warning for parts of southwestern Virginia and southeastern West Virginia on Sept. 25. The warning is in effect until at least 20:30 and covers east-central Tazewell County and north-central Bland County, Virginia, as well as southwestern Mercer County, West Virginia, including Bluefield. 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.
