Headline:
Tornado Warning issued September 27 at 3:44PM EDT until September 27 at 4:00PM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
September 27, 2024 - 12:44pm
Expires:
September 27, 2024 - 1:00pm
Description:
At 344 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Sandy Level, or near Axton, moving north at 20 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...
Martinsville...
Axton...
Chatmoss...
Sandy River...
Leatherwood...
and Laurel Park.
This includes The following Location The Martinsville Speedway.
Instruction:
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.
Heavy rainfall may hide this tornado. Do not wait to see or hear the
tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
When it is safe to do so, please send your reports of hail of any
size, as well as reports of any wind damage, including downed trees
or large limbs, to the National Weather Service by calling toll free
at 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4. Reports and pictures can also be
shared on the National Weather Service Blacksburg Facebook page and
on Twitter.
Area Description:
Henry, VA; Pittsylvania, VA; City of Martinsville, VA
Forcast Office:
NWS Blacksburg VA