Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Blair, Centre, Huntingdon, and Mifflin Counties Until 4:30 PM

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in State College PA has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for portions of central Pennsylvania. The alert was issued at 3:43 PM EDT and remains in effect until 4:30 PM EDT on March 11, 2026. The warning is classified as severe with immediate urgency.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions in central Pennsylvania:

• Northeastern Blair County
• Southwestern Centre County
• Northern Huntingdon County
• West central Mifflin County

Specific locations impacted include State College, Tyrone, Boalsburg, Stormstown, Bald Eagle, Warriors Mark, Pine Grove Mills, Tipton, Ramblewood, Spruce Creek, Birmingham, and Franklinville. This warning also includes Interstate 99 from mile markers 44 to 59.

What You Should Do

Residents in the affected areas are advised to stay inside a well-built structure and keep away from windows. If you are traveling on Interstate 99, seek shelter immediately. A Tornado Watch also remains in effect for central Pennsylvania until 8:00 PM EDT.

Expected Conditions

At 3:42 PM EDT, radar indicated a severe thunderstorm located over Tyrone, moving east at 55 mph. Expected hazards include:

• Wind: Gusts up to 60 mph, which may cause damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
• Hail: Quarter-size hail, which is expected to cause damage to vehicles.
• Rotation: Radar has indicated rotation within this storm. While a tornado is not immediately likely, they can develop quickly during severe thunderstorms.

Timeline

The Severe Thunderstorm Warning is effective from 3:43 PM EDT until 4:30 PM EDT on March 11, 2026. Residents should remain alert for further updates as the broader Tornado Watch continues through 8:00 PM EDT.