A Tornado Watch is in effect until Sunday night as severe storms come through the area.
The National Weather Service in Indianapolis says the Tornado Watch will be in effect through 9 p.m. Sunday for several Indiana counties, including Johnson County. Possible threats are:
- Tornadoes: A couple are possible.
- Hail: Isolated hail up to the size of a quarter is possible.
- Wind: Scattered gusts of up to 75 mph likely.
During tornadoes, meteorologists say the public should:
- Stay Weather-Ready: Continue to listen to local news or a NOAA Weather Radio to stay updated about tornado watches and warnings.
- At Home: If under a tornado warning, go to abasement, safe room or an interior room away from windows. Don’t forget pets if time allows.
- At Workplaces or Schools: Follow tornado drill procedures and proceed to a tornado shelter location quickly and calmly. Stay away from windows and do not go to large open rooms such as cafeterias, gymnasiums or auditoriums.
- Outside: Seek shelter inside a sturdy building immediately if a tornado is approaching. Sheds and storage facilities are not safe, and neither is a mobile home or tent. If times allows, get to a safe building.
- In a Vehicle: Being in a vehicle during a tornado is not safe; the best course of action is to drive to the closest shelter. If unable to make it to a safe shelter, people should either get down in the car and cover their heads, or abandon the car and seek shelter in a low-lying area such as a ditch or ravine.
To see more safety tips, go to weather.gov/safety/tornado.