Note: The Tornado Warning has expired for the DC region. The most recent warning issuance before the expiration is below.
A Tornado Warning is in effect to 12:45 am Friday, April 12, 2024 including the following Washington, DC region jurisdictions.
WEST VIRGINIA: central Berkeley.
Excerpted from the National Weather Service:
The National Weather Service in Sterling Virginia has issued a
* Tornado Warning for…
Central Berkeley County in the Panhandle of West Virginia…
* Until 1245 AM EDT.
* At 1219 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Inwood, or near Martinsburg, moving north at 40 mph.
HAZARD…Tornado.
SOURCE…Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT…For those in the direct path of a tornado touchdown, flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Damage to roofs, siding, and windows may occur. Mobile homes may be damaged or destroyed. Tree damage is likely.
* This dangerous storm will be near…
Martinsburg around 1225 AM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Berkeley, Martinsburg Airport, Arden, and Hedgesville.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.
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The latest tornado warning in the Washington, DC region for Friday, April 12, 2024 has been posted.