Headline:
Tornado Warning issued November 4 at 2:15PM CST until November 4 at 2:30PM CST by NWS Springfield MO
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
November 4, 2024 - 12:15pm
Expires:
November 4, 2024 - 12:30pm
Description:
At 215 PM CST, a confirmed tornado was located 7 miles northeast of
Chetopa, moving northeast at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Damaging tornado and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Law enforcement confirmed tornado.
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...
Baxter Springs, Columbus, Treece, Picher, Neutral, Melrose, Faulkner,
Stippville, and Crestline.
Instruction:
To repeat, a tornado is on the ground. 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.
If a tornado or other severe weather is spotted, report it to the
National Weather Service or your local nearest law enforcement agency
who will send your report. This act may save lives of others in the
path of dangerous weather.
This cluster of thunderstorms is capable of producing tornadoes and
widespread significant wind damage. Do not wait to see or hear the
tornado. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest
floor of a building.
Area Description:
Cherokee, KS
Forcast Office:
NWS Springfield MO