Tornado warning issued for central Polk County, Arkansas, Mena AR
Road ClosureA tornado warning was issued for central Polk County, Arkansas due to a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado moving southeast at 15 mph. The storm presented hazards including possible tornado formation and flying debris. Residents were advised to take shelter immediately in a basement or interior room of a sturdy building.
Audio|Source: Polk County / Mena Public Safety
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Transcript:
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The National Weather Service in Lur Rock has issued a tornado warning for northwestern Pike County in southwestern Arkansas,
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Central Polk County in western Arkansas, southwestern McGowan County in western Arkansas until 945 p.m.
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At 9.08 p.m., a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Kostok River State Park, or less, mile south of MENA, moving southeast at 15 miles 9.
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Hazards of producing a tornado.
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Radar indicated rotation.
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Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter.
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Locations impacted include Potspot River State Park, Shady, Hardley, Little Missouri Falls, Recreation,
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Roaring, Branch,
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Natural Area,
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Barts, Spring, recreation area, Caney Creek Wilderness, Albert Pike Recreation Area, Shady Lake Recreation Area, precautionary and preparedness, take cover,
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move to a basement or an interior room on the lower score of a sturdy building.
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Mena, AR 71953
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