Tornado Warning Issued for Lee and Phillips Counties in Eastern Arkansas Until 7:45 PM CDT

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Memphis TN has issued a Tornado Warning for southeastern Lee County and northern Phillips County in eastern Arkansas. The warning was triggered by a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado.

Affected Areas

The warning covers specific regions in eastern Arkansas, including:

• Southeastern Lee County
• Northern Phillips County

Impacted locations include Marvell, Helena-West Helena, St Francis National Park, Lexa, Rondo, Watkins Corner, Lagrange, Jeffersonville, Haleside, Quarles, Wycamp, Latour, Turkey Scratch, Vineyard, Helena Crossing, Cypress Corner, Poplar Grove, Huma, Big Creek Corner, and Barton.

What You Should Do

TAKE COVER NOW! Residents in the warning area should move to a storm shelter or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Stay away from windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, you must move to the closest substantial shelter immediately to protect yourself from flying debris.

Expected Conditions

At 6:56 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Palmer, or approximately 7 miles west of Marvell, moving east at 40 mph.

Hazards include:

• Tornado (Radar indicated rotation)
• Quarter-size hail (up to 1.00 inch)

Potential Impacts:

• Flying debris will be dangerous to those without shelter.
• Mobile homes are at risk of being damaged or destroyed.
• Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles is expected.
• Tree damage is likely.

Timeline

The Tornado Warning is effective immediately as of 6:56 PM CDT and is scheduled to expire at 7:45 PM CDT on March 15.