...A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 600 PM MDT FOR NORTH CENTRAL BOX BUTTE AND SOUTHEASTERN DAWES COUNTIES...
At 541 PM MDT, a confirmed tornado was located near Box Butte Dam, or 23 miles southwest of Hay Springs, moving southeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Damaging tornado and golf ball size hail.
SOURCE...Weather spotters confirmed tornado. This storm has a history of producing tornadoes.
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 tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of north central Box Butte and southeastern Dawes Counties.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
To repeat, a tornado is on the ground. TAKE COVER NOW! Move to abasement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdybuilding. 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.
