Tornado Warning Issued for Central Hardin County, Tennessee Until 9:15 PM CDT
The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Warning for central Hardin County until 9:15 PM CDT after radar indicated a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado.
Alert Details
A Tornado Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Memphis for central Hardin County in west Tennessee. This alert is based on radar-indicated rotation within a severe thunderstorm.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers central Hardin County. Impacted locations include:
- Savannah
- Pickwick Landing State Park
- Pickwick Dam
- Olive Hill
- Counce
- Lowryville
- Hamburg
- Bruton Branch
- Center Star
- Maddox
- Walkertown
- Olivehill
- Childers Hill
What You Should Do
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a storm shelter 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 immediately and protect yourself from flying debris.
Expected Conditions
At 8:41 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Pickwick Dam, or near Pickwick Landing State Park, moving northeast at 45 mph.
- Hazards: Tornado and quarter-size hail (1.00 inch).
- Source: Radar indicated rotation.
- Potential Impacts: 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, and tree damage is likely.
Timeline
The Tornado Warning is effective from 8:41 PM CDT until 9:15 PM CDT on March 15, 2026.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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