Louisiana and Texas Under Tornado Watch Through Tonight
The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for several counties in Louisiana and Texas until midnight tonight.
The watch includes the following areas:
- In Louisiana: Bossier, Caddo, Claiborne, De Soto, Red River, Sabine, Webster
- In Texas: Bowie, Camp, Cass, Marion, Morris, Panola, Rusk, Titus
Residents in these areas should be prepared to take shelter immediately if a tornado warning is issued. Tornadoes can develop quickly and without warning, so it is important to be aware of the weather conditions and have a plan in place for where to go if a tornado strikes.
The National Weather Service recommends that residents in the watch area monitor the weather forecast closely and be prepared to take action if necessary. This includes having a plan for where to go if a tornado warning is issued, assembling an emergency kit, and securing loose objects outside.
If a tornado warning is issued, residents should take shelter in a sturdy building immediately. The lowest level of the building is typically the safest place to be. If you are outside, seek shelter in a sturdy structure or lie flat in a ditch or culvert and cover your head with your hands.
Tornadoes are dangerous storms that can cause widespread damage and injuries. It is important to be aware of the risks and to take precautions to stay safe.
Here are some additional tips for staying safe during a tornado:
- Have a plan for where to go if a tornado warning is issued. The lowest level of a sturdy building is typically the safest place to be.
- Assemble an emergency kit that includes food, water, first aid supplies, and other essential items.
- Secure loose objects outside, such as lawn furniture and trash cans.
- Monitor the weather forecast closely and be prepared to take action if necessary.
- If a tornado warning is issued, take shelter immediately. The lowest level of a sturdy building is typically the safest place to be.
- If you are outside, seek shelter in a sturdy structure or lie flat in a ditch or culvert and cover your head with your hands.
