Headline:
Tornado Warning issued March 5 at 9:18PM CST until March 5 at 9:30PM CST by NWS Amarillo TX
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
March 5, 2026 - 7:18pm
Expires:
March 5, 2026 - 7:30pm
Description:
At 917 PM CST, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Quail, or 12 miles west of Wellington, moving
northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail.
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...
Quail.
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!
Tornadoes are extremely difficult to see and confirm at night. Do not
wait to see or hear the tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Area Description:
Collingsworth, TX
Forcast Office:
NWS Amarillo TX
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov