Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 16 at 4:57PM EDT until April 16 at 5:15PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 16, 2026 - 1:57pm
Expires:
April 16, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 457 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 8 miles northeast of Tionesta, or 13 miles northwest of
Marienville, moving east at 50 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...
Marienville, Tionesta, Kellettville, West Hickory, Starr and East
Hickory.
Instruction:
Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a well-built building
away from 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.
Area Description:
Forest, PA
Forcast Office:
NWS Pittsburgh PA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov