Headline:
Tornado Warning issued March 16 at 10:44AM EDT until March 16 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
March 16, 2026 - 7:44am
Expires:
March 16, 2026 - 8:00am
Description:
At 1044 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Hume, or 12 miles northwest of Warrenton, moving
northeast at 60 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...For those in the direct path of a tornado touchdown, flying
debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter.
Damage to roofs, siding, and windows may occur. Mobile
homes may be damaged or destroyed. Tree damage is likely.
This dangerous storm will be near...
The Plains and Delaplane around 1050 AM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Halfway, Upperville, Hackleys Crossroads, Marshall, Ashville,
Cresthill, Rectortown, Orlean, Ada, and Flint Hill.
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.
Area Description:
Fauquier, VA; Rappahannock, VA
Forcast Office:
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Sender: