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Severe thunderstorms impact Erie County, Pa. June 9. Tornado warning expires
(This story was updated to accurately reflect the most current information.) The National Weather Service in Cleveland issued a tornado warning for Erie County after 5 p.m. on Monday, June 9. This warning expired at 6:15 p.m. June 9. At 5:14 p.m., "...a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near northeast at 20 mph," the NWS states. The storm was predicted to be near Erie at 5:20 p.m., Waterford around 5:30 p.m. and northwest Harborcreek around 5:35 p.m. on June 9. June 9 tornado: Erie County community rallies support after neighbors suffer damage from tornado Erie County was also under a severe thunderstorm warning until 6:15 p.m. June 9. The National Weather Service stated 60 mph wind gusts, along with penny-sized hail, were possible. The impacted locations included Erie, Edinboro, North East, Girard, Waterford, Wattsburg, northwest Harborcreek, Lawrence Park, Wesleyville, Lake City, McKean, and Avonia. A severe thunderstorm watch that included Erie County was in effect until 10 p.m. June 9. When a tornado watch is in place tornadoes are possible in and near the watch area, according to the National Weather Service. May 31, 1985: "I heard a noise like a train." Remembering the Albion-Cranesville tornado The National Weather Service suggests people who are in the warning area review and discuss their emergency plans, check supplies and have a safe room incase the weather takes a turn for the worse. When a tornado warning is issued it means a tornado has been sighted or indicated by weather radar. There is imminent danger to life and property. Here are some suggestions from the National Weather Service if a tornado warning is issued for your area: Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building Avoid windows If in a mobile home, a vehicle, or outdoors, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris Warnings typically are for a much smaller area that may be impacted by a tornado identified by a forecaster on radar, a trained spotter or law enforcement who is watching the storm, according to National Weather Service. Tornado warnings are issued by your local forecast office. Return to for updates. Get the latest AccuWeather forecast details and radar images for your ZIP code at Download the GoErie app for iOS or Android for mobile-friendly forecasts. This article originally appeared on Erie Times-News: National Weather Service issued tornado warning for Erie County, PA
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2 days ago
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Tornado warning issued June 9 for Erie County, Pa.
(This story was updated to accurately reflect the most current information.) The National Weather Service in Cleveland has issued a tornado warning for Erie County. This warning will remain in place until 6:15 p.m. Monday, June 9. At 5:14 p.m., "...a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near northeast at 20 mph," the NWS states. The storm will be near Erie at 5:20 p.m., Waterford around 5:30 p.m. and northwest Harborcreek around 5:35 p.m. Erie County is also under a severe thunderstorm warning until 6:15 p.m. Monday, June 9. The National Weather Service states 60 mph wind gusts, along with penny-sized hail, are possible. The impacted locations include Erie, Edinboro, North East, Girard, Waterford, Wattsburg, northwest Harborcreek, Lawrence Park, Wesleyville, Lake City, McKean, and Avonia. A severe thunderstorm watch that includes Erie County will remain in effect until 10 p.m. Monday. When a tornado watch is in place tornadoes are possible in and near the watch area, according to the National Weather Service. May 31, 1985: "I heard a noise like a train." Remembering the Albion-Cranesville tornado The National Weather Service suggests people who are in the warning area review and discuss their emergency plans, check supplies and have a safe room incase the weather takes a turn for the worse. When a tornado warning is issued it means a tornado has been sighted or indicated by weather radar. There is imminent danger to life and property. Here are some suggestions from the National Weather Service if a tornado warning is issued for your area: Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building Avoid windows If in a mobile home, a vehicle, or outdoors, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris Warnings typically are for a much smaller area that may be impacted by a tornado identified by a forecaster on radar, a trained spotter or law enforcement who is watching the storm, according to National Weather Service. Tornado warnings are issued by your local forecast office. Return to for updates. Get the latest AccuWeather forecast details and radar images for your ZIP code at Download the GoErie app for iOS or Android for mobile-friendly forecasts. This article originally appeared on Erie Times-News: National Weather Service issues tornado warning for Erie County, PA
