27 Sep 2024 | 08:52 PM UTC
US: Tornado warning in effect for Roanoke and nearby areas of Virginia until at least 17:00 Sept. 27
FLASH: Tornado warning in effect for for Roanoke and nearby areas of Virginia, US, until at least 17:00 Sept. 27. Take cover.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a tornado warning for parts of Roanoke City, as well as Roanoke and Franklin counties in southern Virginia on Sept. 27. The warning is in effect until at least 17:00, and areas under the warning include southern areas of Roanoke, and Cave Spring. 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.
