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08 May 2024 | 05:29 AM UTC

US: Tornado warning in effect for parts of east Ohio, west Pennsylvania, and far north West Virginia until at least 01:30 May 8

FLASH: Tornado warning in effect for east Ohio, west Pennsylvania, and far north West Virginia, US, until at least 01:30 May 8. Take cover.

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The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a tornado warning for parts of east Ohio, west Pennsylvania, and far north West Virginia, May 8. The affected areas include Columbiana and Jefferson Counties, Ohio, Allegheny and Beaver counties, Pennsylvania, as well as Hancock County in West Virginia. The warning is in effect until at least 01:30 and could be expanded or extended at short notice.

This is a developing situation; additional information will be issued as warranted.

Seek shelter immediately in areas covered by the warning. Be prepared to quickly move to a safe location if new warnings are issued. Postpone driving until weather conditions improve. Charge battery-powered devices in case prolonged electricity outages occur. Monitor local media for updated emergency and weather information.