At 810 PM CST, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Steens, or 8 miles east of Columbus, moving
northeast at 65 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 tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of
east central Lowndes County.