Weather

UPDATED: NWS ISSUED A TORNADO WATCH IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT

UPDATE (6:30PM):

The National Weather Service in Indianapolis has issued a

* Tornado Warning for…

Southern Sullivan County in southwestern Indiana…

Western Greene County in southwestern Indiana…

* Until 700 PM EDT.

* At 623 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Palestine, or 11 miles east of Robinson, moving east at 45 mph.

HAZARD…Tornado and baseball 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…

Linton, Sullivan, Dugger, Carlisle, Merom, Pleasantville, Turtle Creek Reservoir, Vicksburg, and Paxton.

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The National Weather Service has issued a severe weather warning and tornado watch for the local area, including multiple counties. A severe wind threat is “very likely” with tornado and smaller, marble-sized hail “likely.” Prepare to take shelter if necessary.