Tornado warning issued for central Washington County
The National Weather Service has issued a tornado warning for central Washington County until 3:15 p.m.
The NWS said a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Washington at 2:47 p.m., moving east at 30 mph.
The storm is expected to be near Gastonville and Bentleyville at about 3:15 p.m.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Ellsworth, Finleyville, Eighty Four, Cokeburg, Scenery Hill, Green Hills, Baidland and Beallsville.
The NWS recommends residents of these areas take cover, move to a basement or interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building and avoid windows. If you are outdoors or in a vehicle, the NWS recommends moving to the closest substantial shelter.