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Tornado Warning Issued For Eastern Suffolk County

BREAKING: A severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Manorville at 4:37 p.m.

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MANORVILLE, NY – The National Weather Service in Upton has issued a tornado warning for parts of eastern Suffolk County.

* Until 515 PM EDT.

* At 437 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Manorville, moving north at 30 mph.

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HAZARD...Tornado.

SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.

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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...Calverton around 450 PM EDT.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

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