The National Weather Service has issued a tornado warning for western Polk County, central San Jacinto County and southern Trinity County until 3:30 p.m.
Doppler radar indicates a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado. This storm was located near Coldspring, moving north at 30 mph. This storm has a history of producing tornado damage.
Locations in the tornado warning include but are not limited to Leggett, Lake Livingston State Park, Seven Oaks, Onalaska and Livingston.
Precautionary/preparedness actions,
The safest place to be during a tornado is in the interior hallway or a room such as a closet on the lowest level of a sturdy building. Use blankets or pillows to cover your body and always stay away from windows.
If you are inside a mobile home or vehicle, evacuate them immediately and seek shelter inside a sturdy building. As a last resort, seek shelter in a culvert, ditch or low spot and cover your head with your hands.
A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect until 4pm CST for the warned area.
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