Kentucky Extreme Tornado Warning | Effective 07/21/2026 15:55

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued July 21 at 6:55PM EDT until July 21 at 7:15PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
July 21, 2026 - 3:55pm
Expires: 
July 21, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description: 
At 654 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Martha, or near Blaine, moving east at 35 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. This dangerous storm will be near... Blaine around 700 PM EDT.
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! Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description: 
Lawrence, KY
Forcast Office: 
NWS Charleston WV