Urgent Tornado Warning as Twister Spotted in Texas: 'Take Cover Now'
A tornado warning was issued for southern Jack County, Texas, on Tuesday afternoon after a twister was spotted in nearby Montague County, prompting urgent calls for residents to take cover. The National Weather Service warned the storm could produce damaging winds, large hail, and tornadoes, with impacts expected in several communities. The warning remained in effect until 4:15 p.m. local time as officials monitored the fast-moving storm. Residents were advised to seek shelter immediately in sturdy buildings.
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By Anna SkinnerAssociate EditorShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.A tornado warning was issued Tuesday afternoon for Jack County in north-central Texas after a twister was spotted on the ground in nearby Montague County earlier in the afternoon, prompting officials to warn residents to take immediate cover.The National Weather Service (NWS) office in Fort Worth issued the tornado warning at 3:35 p.m. CDT for southern Jack County, including the city of Jacksboro, after radar indicated a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado moving southeast at around 30 mph. The warning was set to remain in effect until 4:15 p.m.
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