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Real-time severe weather reports from April 11-13

Published Apr 13, 2020 10:40 PM EDT

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For a full recap of the tornado outbreak in the South, click here.

Here is a list of severe weather updates, listed in eastern time, about the severe weather outbreak.

April 13, 1:30 p.m.

The first tornado ratings are being issued as the NWS begins to conduct damage surveys. The tornado that hit East Chattanooga, Tennessee, has been given a preliminary rating of an EF3 with estimated winds of 145 mph.

Tornado damage in East Chattanooga, Tennessee, reveals that the twister that tore through the area was an EF3 with winds of 145 mph. (NWS)

April 13, 12:10 p.m. EDT

A severe thunderstorm capable of spinning up a tornado is just west of Baltimore, and could pass dangerously close to Ellicott City, Maryland. People in this area should seek shelter immediately.

Tornado Warning including Ellicott City MD, Woodlawn MD, Randallstown MD until 12:30 PM EDT pic.twitter.com/WQ1Y2Fa9WF

— NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) April 13, 2020

April 13, 11:37 a.m. EDT

A large portion of the mid-Atlantic is now under a tornado watch (maroon), with a broader section of the Northeast under a high wind warning (gold). Winds of nearly 80 mph have already been reported today. The watch includes over 25 million people across parts of Delaware, Washington D.C., Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia until 6 p.m. EDT, Monday.

Nearly 200,000 customers are currently without power in the regions, according to PowerOutage.us.

April 13, 11:06 a.m. EDT

Reports of heavy winds have poured in throughout the South and Mid-Atlantic as the severe system moves its way towards the East Coast. Here's a look at the top wind speeds recorded thus far.

April 13, 10:14 a.m. EDT

The city of Walterboro, South Carolina says emergency response agencies are working to clear debris and ensure everyone is safe. The city was under a tornado emergency early Monday morning. "We are asking that everyone who can please stay in place. Stay off the roadways and away from power crews as they are also working to remove debris and restore power," city officials said "All city offices are closed until noon."

April 13, 9:39 a.m. EDT

Drone footage from the Monroe, Louisiana, Fire Department shows extensive damage around the city, where over 300 homes were damaged. Despite the catastrophic damage, Monroe Mayor Jamie Mayo said only a few minor injuries were reported in the town.   

Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards declared a state of emergency on Sunday and is expected to tour the tornado damage on Monday. “Sunday’s severe weather impacted multiple parishes in Louisiana, with reported tornadoes and large hail. I am declaring this emergency in order to make sure the parishes that are impacted, and any additional areas that may see severe weather into the night, are able to get assistance from the state."

April 13, 7:37 a.m. EDT

According to the NWS in Charleston, South Carolina, there is confirmed damage in and around the town of Walterboro. Numerous trees and power lines down and several structures are damaged due to "likely tornado damage."

April 13, 7:18 a.m. EDT

A large and dangerous confirmed tornado was was located over Givhans, South Carolina, moving to the northeast at a speed of 55 mph. 

April 13, 5:12 a.m. EDT

Severe thunderstorms are bearing down on portions of North Carolina. A line of severe storms currently stretches from Charlotte to north of Greensboro, North Carolina. The latest Tornado Warning issued by the National Weather Service includes Winston-Salem and Greensboro and is valid until 5:30 a.m.. The affected population is over half a million.

Tornado Warning including Greensboro NC, Winston-Salem NC, Kernersville NC until 5:30 AM EDT pic.twitter.com/fPJD7XDdkh

— NWS Raleigh (@NWSRaleigh) April 13, 2020

April 13, 5:05 a.m. EDT

Tornado-warned storms have advanced into Virginia. The National Weather service issued a Tornado Warning for Martinsville and the surrounding areas until 5:30 a.m.. The affected population is over 69,000.

Tornado Warning including Martinsville VA, Collinsville VA, North Shore VA until 5:30 AM EDT pic.twitter.com/4wrZ1ItaRw

— NWS Blacksburg (@NWSBlacksburg) April 13, 2020

April 13, 4:05 a.m. EDT

Murray County Fire Chief Dewayne Bain reported five fatalities as a result of severe storms in Chatsworth, Georgia. Bain reported a majority of the damage was associated with two mobile home parks in the county.

April 13, 3:57 a.m. EDT

Severe storms have erupted over northwestern South Carolina. Several tornado warnings have been issued by the National Weather Service. The most recent warning encompasses Greenville and surrounding areas until 4:15 am EDT. The affected population is over 450,000.

Tornado Warning including Greenville SC, Greer SC, Taylors SC until 4:15 AM EDT pic.twitter.com/ElynnkziZN

— NWS Tornado (@NWStornado) April 13, 2020

April 13, 3:21 a.m. EDT

A tornado watch has been issued until 11 a.m. EDT on Monday across parts of South Carolina, Georgia and Florida. The affected population is over 6.7 million.

A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Florida, Georgia and South Carolina until 11 AM EDT pic.twitter.com/nkMsTYo44g

— NWS Tornado (@NWStornado) April 13, 2020

April 13, 3:16 a.m. EDT

A line of severe storms is tracking into the Florida Panhandle. A tornado warning issued by the National Weather Service and is valid until 2:45 a.m. CDT. The warning affects a population of just over 9,000.

Tornado Warning including Izagora FL, Prosperity FL, New Hope FL until 2:45 AM CDT pic.twitter.com/r63tJ9LLDR

— NWS Tallahassee (@NWSTallahassee) April 13, 2020

April 13, 2:22 a.m. EDT

A series of tweets from the Chattanooga Fire Department reported substantial damage east of the city from a suspected tornado in Tennessee.

Firefighters on foot & using ATVs going door to door in different neighborhoods on Igou Gap Rd, Gray Rd, and Jenkins Rd- just to name a few locations. Several people have been transported w injuries. We are working to get to more than 300 addresses. We are seeing heavy damage.

— Chattanooga Fire Department (@ChattFireDept) April 13, 2020

Areas hit have multiple collapses, injuries, trees down, gas leaks, and power lines down. Crews are working as quickly and as efficiently as possible to help those in need while mitigating hazards. This will be a prolonged operation.

— Chattanooga Fire Department (@ChattFireDept) April 13, 2020

April 13, 1:50 a.m. EDT

A tornado watch has been issued until 8 a.m. EDT on Monday across parts of North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia. The affected population is over 4.8 million.

A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina until 8 AM EDT pic.twitter.com/3tK7CIrPWp

— NWS Tornado (@NWStornado) April 13, 2020

April 13, 1:18 a.m. EDT

A line of severe thunderstorms with a history of prompting tornado warnings is tracking across northern Georgia. The most recent warning was issued by the National Weather Service for Cartersville and is valid until 1:30 a.m. EDT, affecting a population of over 36,000.

Tornado Warning continues for Cartersville GA, White GA, Oakland Heights GA until 1:30 AM EDT pic.twitter.com/KiV7Gq4KPU

— NWS Tornado (@NWStornado) April 13, 2020

April 12, 11:50 p.m. EDT

A tornado watch has been issued until 7 a.m. EDT on Monday across parts of Alabama, Florida and Georgia. The affected population is over 12.1 million.

A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Alabama, Florida and Georgia until 7 AM EDT pic.twitter.com/roLMmPtBdx

— NWS Tornado (@NWStornado) April 13, 2020

April 12, 11:44 p.m. EDT

Tornado warnings have moved their way into Tennessee, with the most recent warning being in Cleveland. The warning from the National Weather Service is valid until 12:00 a.m. EDT and affects a population of over 80,000.

Tornado Warning continues for Cleveland TN, Benton TN, Tasso TN until 12:00 AM EDT pic.twitter.com/hhmfCjQjSe

— NWS Tornado (@NWStornado) April 13, 2020

April 12, 10:33 p.m. EDT

The Executive Director of Jones County Emergency Operations Center (JCEOC), Paul Sheffield, reported one fatality in Jones County, bringing the death toll in Mississippi up to seven after tornadoes tore through the state.

April 12, 9:37 p.m. EDT

A tornado watch has been issued until 2 a.m. EDT on Monday across parts of Georgia, North Carolina and Tennessee. The affected population is over 500,000

A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Georgia, North Carolina and Tennessee until 2 AM EDT pic.twitter.com/7xyEJ7YS35

— NWS Tornado (@NWStornado) April 13, 2020

April 12, 8:50 p.m. EDT

Tornado warnings have moved their way into Georgia, with the most recent warning being in Phelps. The warning from the National Weather Service is valid until 9 p.m. CDT and affects a population of over 10,000.

Tornado Warning continues for Phelps GA until 9:00 PM EDT pic.twitter.com/3FGCybLuvT

— NWS Tornado (@NWStornado) April 13, 2020

April 12, 8:08 p.m. EDT

The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MSEMA) announced three fatalities in Jefferson Davis County, bringing the death toll in Mississippi up to six after tornadoes tore through the state.

April 12, 7:48 p.m. EDT

After tornadoes struck Monroe, Louisiana, AccuWeather's Bill Wadell took a firsthand look at the aftermath. "We are seeing a lot of roofs ripped right off the houses," Wadell said. After the tornadoes hit, Wadell said rain and wind continued in the area as families tried to salvage what they can of their homes.

Homes in Monroe, Louisiana were destroyed on Easter Sunday after a tornado hit the area.

April 12, 7:13 p.m. EDT

Two more deaths were confirmed after the severe weather outbreak in the south. Both deaths were confirmed in Lawrence County in Mississippi, The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MSEMA) announced.

April 12, 7:02 p.m. EDT

The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MSEMA) confirmed one death due to the severe weather outbreak. The death was in Walthall County. According to MSEMA, they are waiting to receive additional damage reports to share additional information.

April 12, 6:21 p.m. EDT

Collins, Taylorsville and Mount Olive, Mississippi are under a tornado emergency until 6 p.m. CDT. The National Weather Service said it is a life-threatening situation. Anyone in the area should seek shelter.

Tornado Emergency continues for Collins MS, Taylorsville MS, Mount Olive MS until 6:00 PM CDT pic.twitter.com/nYqrcx7Cz5

— NWS Tornado (@NWStornado) April 12, 2020

April 12, 5:58 p.m. EDT

Parts of Alabama, including Montgomery and Birmingham, are under tornado watch until 12 a.m. CDT on Monday, due to multiple strong tornadoes being expected in the area. Also expected in the area is strong winds of 70 mph and hail the size of apples. 2.8 million people could be affected.

A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Alabama and Mississippi until 12 AM CDT pic.twitter.com/kJB0omszA9

— NWS Tornado (@NWStornado) April 12, 2020

April 12, 5:45 p.m. EDT

The National Weather Service's Storm Prediction Center has reported 10 tornados so far on Sunday, located in Louisiana, Texas and Mississippi. Reports say the tornados have caused destruction to homes, vehicles and power lines.

April 12, 5:33 p.m. EDT

The tornado emergency in Mississippi has now reached Laurel, Ellisville and Sharon, Mississippi. The emergency is in effect until 5:30 CDT, and could effect a population of over 68,000 with a damaging tornado and life-threatening conditions. Take shelter immediately in you live in this area.

Tornado Emergency including Laurel MS, Ellisville MS, Sharon MS until 5:30 PM CDT pic.twitter.com/UMucMaYQM8

— NWS Tornado (@NWStornado) April 12, 2020

April 12, 5:15 p.m. EDT

A life-threatening tornado is heading toward Collins, Seminary and Bassfield, Mississippi. Take shelter now if you live in the area.

April 12, 5:08 p.m. EDT

Monroe, Louisiana, Mayor Jamie Mayo said early reports indicate the tornado that struck the town caused only minor injuries. However, many buildings took a direct hit.  “Many neighbors & friends suffered catastrophic damage. We are hurting, but not broken,” Mayo said on Twitter.

“By the grace of God, early reports show only a few minor injuries. Pray for our city! Many neighbors & friends suffered catastrophic damage. We are hurting; but not broken. Times like this remind us WE ARE STRONGER TOGETHER! Together we we will rebuild.“ - Mayor Jamie Mayo pic.twitter.com/sByzavTiTg

— City of Monroe, LA (@CityofMonroe) April 12, 2020

April 12, 4:53 p.m. EDT

A tornado warning is in effect in McComb, Magnolia and Summit Mississippi until 4:15 CDT. Take shelter if you are in the area.

Tornado Warning including McComb MS, Magnolia MS, Summit MS until 4:15 PM CDT pic.twitter.com/uxjGR0UPB9

— NWS Tornado (@NWStornado) April 12, 2020

April 12, 4:15 p.m. EDT

Power outages have been rising in states across the south since Sunday morning as the severe storms ramp up. More than 40,000 customers are without power in Louisiana, along with 18,596 outages in Texas, 5,354 in Mississippi, and 4,808 in Alabama.

April 12, 3:50 p.m. EDT

Inmates are trying to help stop flash flooding with sandbags at an apartment complex in Como, Mississippi. Flooding was also reported on Highway 51 and West Oak Ave in Como.

Take a look at this: Flash flooding at an apartment complex in Como (Panola Co). Inmates assisting with sandbag operations. pic.twitter.com/n0kfMITpEP

— msema (@MSEMA) April 12, 2020

April 12, 3:30 p.m. EDT

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper urged North Carolinians to prepare for power outages and severe weather overnight in a press release he sent on Sunday afternoon.

"North Carolinians are already following Stay-At-Home orders for the coronavirus, and now it’s also important to prepare for strong storms and possible power outages,” said Governor Cooper. “Be sure to follow weather conditions closely on Sunday and Monday, and have a way to receive severe weather warnings.”

April 12, 2:50 p.m. EDT

All flights Monroe Regional Airport are “canceled until further notice” after a suspected tornado causes significant damage at the airport. Planes appeared to be tossed around as the severe storm blew through around midday Sunday.

Due to weather conditions and debris removal from the runways, Mayor Jamie Mayo and Monroe Regional Airport Director Ron Phillips announce “all flights at the Monroe Regional Airport are cancelled until further notice.” pic.twitter.com/Kw4zWNRtZT

— City of Monroe, LA (@CityofMonroe) April 12, 2020

April 12, 2:10 p.m. EDT

Yazoo City, Mississippi, is under a Tornado Warning until 2:00 p.m. CDT. If you are near this area, take shelter.

Tornado Warning including Yazoo City MS, Louise MS, Eden MS until 2:00 PM CDT pic.twitter.com/BxDaYRym2P

— NWS Tornado (@NWStornado) April 12, 2020

April 12, 2:00 p.m. EDT

Reports say a tornado hit 8 miles southeast of Stonewall, Louisiana, in De Soto county. Additional reports say a tornado struck 2 miles southeast of Marshall, Texas.

April 12, 1:35 p.m. EDT

Tornado potential is increasing across northeastern Louisiana spreading into Mississippi. Power outages continue to mount as the severe storms track across the south.

Number of power outages by state:

  • Louisiana-22,400

  • Texas-21,500

  • Mississippi-3,800

April 12, 1:15 p.m. EDT

Major damage has been reported in Monroe, Louisiana, after a Tornado Emergency was declared for the area. One mile northeast of Monroe, the Quachita Parish Public Safety radio reports 20 homes are damaged in a subdivision. Damage is also being reported behind the Monroe Coca-Cola Bottling plant and at the airport. The airport reported wind gusts up to 70 mph at 11:46 a.m. CDT.

Downed power lines on portions Millhaven road @CityofMonroe PLEASE STAY OFF THIS ROAD until repair crews give an all clear pic.twitter.com/tECGpLcRZL

— City of Monroe, LA (@CityofMonroe) April 12, 2020

April 12, 12:45 p.m. EDT

There is a Tornado Emergency for Swartz, Monroe, Fairbanks, and Sicard, Louisiana. If you are in these areas, take cover now!

Tornado Emergency continues for Swartz LA, Fairbanks LA, Sicard LA until 12:15 PM CDT pic.twitter.com/Ve0NA8vsZY

— NWS Tornado (@NWStornado) April 12, 2020

April 12, 11:40 a.m. EDT

A new tornado watch has been issued for parts of Arkansas, Louisiana and Mississippi. This is a "Particularly Dangerous Situation." A few intense tornadoes are likely in this area, as well as very large hail and significant wind gusts up to 80 mph.

April 12, 10:50 a.m. EDT

A Particularly Dangerous Situation tornado warning has been issued just southeast of Shreveport, Louisiana. This storm has a history of producing a tornado.

Tornado Warning including Ringgold LA, Frierson LA, Caspiana LA until 10:15 AM CDT pic.twitter.com/5nJfLlfxS8

— NWS Tornado (@NWStornado) April 12, 2020

April 12, 10:45 a.m. EDT

A tornado has reportedly touched down 10 miles west-southwest of Waskom, Texas. If you are near this area, take cover immediately!

April 12, 9:00 a.m. EDT

Reports say lightning struck a house in Flint, Texas. There are no reports of injuries or fatalities at this time.

April 12, 8:35 a.m. EDT

A Tornado Warning is in effect for Tyler, Kilgore, and Whitehouse, Texas. There are reports of street flooding in and around Tyler, Texas, as well as reports of power outages in eastern Texas. NWS Shreveport urges residents to never drive around barricades.

Tornado Warning continues for Tyler TX, Kilgore TX, Whitehouse TX until 8:00 AM CDT pic.twitter.com/WD7g6f1T5B

— NWS Shreveport (@NWSShreveport) April 12, 2020

April 12, 7:45 a.m. EDT

The use of shelters and other resources during severe weather takes precedent over social distancing orders, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announced. "Our state stands prepared and ready to face whatever Mother Nature brings, even amidst a health pandemic," Ivey said. "The safety and protection of Alabama lives is paramount."

April 12, 6:15 a.m. EDT

Severe thunderstorms tracking through central Texas have prompted a tornado warning for the western and northern suburbs of Waco. Heavy rain, frequent lightning and strong wind gusts are also expected as thunderstorms repeatedly track over the same locations. Flash flooding could become a concern should thunderstorm activity persist.

April 12, 3:30 a.m. EDT

Numerous severe thunderstorms have exploded across portions of West and central Texas. Damaging wind gusts, large hail and torrential downpours are likely just a sign of some of the things to come this Easter Sunday.

April 12, 10:30 p.m. EDT

Baseball- to softball-sized hail was reported in Del Rio, Texas, late Saturday evening. Damaging winds, hail and severe weather will ramp up and continue across the South into Sunday night.

Baseball to Softball size hail in Del Rio @NWSSanAntonio pic.twitter.com/KMawRy1BFr

— Robert Luna (@RLunawx) April 12, 2020

April 11, 9:50 p.m. EDT

The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for parts of Texas, including San Antonio, Austin and other cities. Over 4 million people could be affected by the severe weather. The NWS warns that along with many tornadoes being likely, hail the size of apples is also likely.

April 11, 7:30 p.m. EDT

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued tornado warnings for Arnett and McKnight, Oklahoma. Hail the size of golf balls is possible.

Earlier Saturday afternoon, the NWS issued a tornado warning for Haskell and Rule, Texas, including a threat of lime-sized hail.

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