Update, 2:33 p.m.: The Tornado Warning has been canceled.
A Tornado Watch is in effect until 11 p.m., and it means that conditions are right for a tornado to form. If another tornado is spotted or indicated on radar, a Tornado Warning will be issued.
Previously:
HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – A Tornado Warning has been issued in Christian County.
The warning is in effect until 2:45 p.m. for east central Christian County and northwestern Todd County. At 2:18 p.m., a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Hopkinsville, moving northeast at 30 mph.
“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,” the NWS said.
“This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of east central Christian and northwestern Todd Counties.”
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