Tornado Warning Issued for Parts of Jefferson, Lewis Counties

Residents urged to seek shelter immediately

National Weather Service has issued a tornado warning for parts of Jefferson and Lewis counties in upstate New York.

The warning was issued at 4:35 p.m. EDT and is in effect until 5:45 p.m. EDT. The storm is moving east at 60 mph and is expected to produce damaging winds, hail, and possible tornadoes.

Residents in the affected areas are urged to seek shelter immediately in a basement or interior room on the lowest floor of their home.

The National Weather Service advises that people should avoid windows and stay away from outside walls.

The storm is expected to weaken as it moves east, but residents should remain vigilant and monitor weather updates.

For more information, please visit the National Weather Service website.