Headline:
Tornado Warning issued September 3 at 4:14PM EDT until September 3 at 4:30PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
September 3, 2026 - 1:14pm
Expires:
September 3, 2026 - 1:30pm
Description:
At 414 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 12 miles east of Greenville, or 16 miles west of
Franklin, moving east at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and half dollar 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...
New Lebanon, Sheakleyville and Maurice K Goddard State Park.
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.
Heavy rainfall is hiding this tornado. Do not wait to see or hear the
tornado. Take cover now!
Area Description:
Mercer, PA
Forcast Office:
NWS Pittsburgh PA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov