Headline:
Tornado Warning issued August 22 at 9:37PM EDT until August 22 at 10:15PM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
August 22, 2026 - 6:37pm
Expires:
August 22, 2026 - 7:15pm
Description:
At 936 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 7 miles northwest of Gate City, moving southeast at 20
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...
Gate City and Weber City around 950 PM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Fort
Blackmore, Clinchport, Hiltons, and Mount Carmel.
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:
Scott, VA
Forcast Office:
NWS Morristown TN
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov