Action Recommended
Take shelter in place or per instructions
Issued By
Portland - OR, US, National Weather Service
Affected Area
Clackamas County
Description
The National Weather Service in Portland has issued a Tornado Warning for... Southwestern Clackamas County in northwestern Oregon... West central Marion County in northwestern Oregon... Until 600 PM PST. At 525 PM PST, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Silverton, or 9 miles east of Salem, moving northeast at 40 mph.
HAZARD
Tornado.
SOURCE
Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT
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. Tree damage is likely. This dangerous storm will be near... Silverton around 530 PM PST. Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Scotts Mills, Monitor, Mount Angel, and Marquam.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement 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 and protect yourself from flying debris.
TORNADO...RADAR INDICATED; MAX HAIL SIZE...<.75 IN