Headline:
Tornado Warning issued September 26 at 8:42PM EDT until September 26 at 9:15PM EDT by NWS Charleston SC
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
September 26, 2024 - 5:42pm
Expires:
September 26, 2024 - 6:15pm
Description:
TORCHS
The National Weather Service in Charleston has issued a
* Tornado Warning for portions of...
McIntosh County in southeastern Georgia...
* Until 915 PM EDT.
* At 842 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a
tornado was located 5 miles south of Cox, moving north at 55 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught
without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or
destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows and vehicles will
occur. Tree damage is likely.
* Locations impacted include...
Darien and Cox.
This includes I-95 in Georgia between mile markers 47 and 50.
Instruction:
Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a well-built
building away from 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.
Tornadoes are difficult to observe at night. Take cover now!
Tornadoes from tropical storms or hurricanes can form and move very
quickly. TAKE COVER IMMEDIATELY! If you wait until you hear a
tornado, it could be too late. Take action now to protect yourself.
Area Description:
McIntosh, GA
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston SC