Warren County under severe thunderstorm warning

Published 1:42 pm Tuesday, May 4, 2021

The National Weather Service has placed a severe thunderstorm warning on Warren County from 1:37 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday.

The county is also under a tornado watch until 6 p.m.

In addition to the risks of tornados, National Weather Service Meteorologist Latrice Maxie said there is also the possibility of hail and strong winds.

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Maxie said if a warning for a tornado or severe weather is issued, take cover immediately.  Make sure you have a way of receiving updated reports and know where you are on the map. This will allow you to know what parts of the county may be affected by a warning.