Headline:
Tornado Warning issued March 16 at 12:17AM CDT until March 16 at 12:45AM CDT by NWS Louisville KY
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
March 15, 2026 - 10:17pm
Expires:
March 15, 2026 - 10:45pm
Description:
At 1217 AM CDT, a severe squall line capable of producing both
tornadoes and extensive straight line wind damage was located near
Columbia, moving northeast at 50 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 tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of
north central Russell and eastern Adair Counties, including the
following locations... Knifley, Sycamore Flat, Christine, Absher,
Pellyton, Webbs Cross Roads, Sano, Garlin, Decatur, and Craycraft.
Instruction:
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.
This cluster of thunderstorms is capable of producing tornadoes and
widespread significant wind damage. Do not wait to see or hear the
tornado. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest
floor of a building.
Area Description:
Adair, KY; Russell, KY
Forcast Office:
NWS Louisville KY
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