Tornado Watch for Columbus Area

Tornado Watch infographic
A tornado watch is in effect for the entire region (NWS graphic).

The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for our area through 8 p.m.

Conditions are good for a spinup or isolated tornado to form this afternoon and evening as a front moves off the coast.

The area is also still under a moderate risk of thunderstorms.

A tornado watch means atmospheric conditions are favorable for tornadic development. A warning means a tornado has been confirmed.

Monitor the National Weather Service on your mobile device or your weather radio for updates.

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Jefferson Weaver is the Managing Editor of Columbus County News and he can be reached at (910) 914-6056, (910) 632-4965, or by email at [email protected].