The National Weather Service in Boston/Norton has issued a Tornado Warning for east Central Windham County in northern Connecticut and Western Providence County in Rhode Island.

Effective:17:55 EDT on 09-13-2023
Expires:18:30 EDT on 09-13-2023
Event:Tornado WarningAlert:The National Weather Service in Boston/Norton has issued a * Tornado Warning for… Southwestern Norfolk County in eastern Massachusetts… Northwestern Bristol County in southeastern Massachusetts… Northeastern Providence County in Rhode Island… * Until 630 PM EDT. * At 555 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Cumberland, moving northeast at 15 mph. HAZARD…Tornado. SOURCE…Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT…Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. * This dangerous storm will be near… Woonsocket, Cumberland, Franklin, North Attleborough, Mansfield, Foxborough, Bellingham, Norfolk, Wrentham, and Plainville around 600 PM EDT. Medway around 610 PM EDT. TORNADO…RADAR INDICATED MAX HAIL SIZE…0.00 INInstructions:TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.Target Area:Providence

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