Headline:
Tornado Warning issued August 16 at 6:58PM EDT until August 16 at 7:15PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
August 16, 2026 - 3:58pm
Expires:
August 16, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 657 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Yatesville Lake State Park, moving southeast 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.
This dangerous storm will be near...
Yatesville Lake State Park around 705 PM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Fallsburg.
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.
Area Description:
Carter, KY; Lawrence, KY
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov