{"id":279680,"date":"2026-04-22T03:57:13","date_gmt":"2026-04-22T03:57:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/279680\/"},"modified":"2026-04-22T03:57:13","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T03:57:13","slug":"update-the-current-tornado-warning-for-fresno-county-will-be-expiring-at-545-p-m-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/279680\/","title":{"rendered":"UPDATE: The current tornado warning for Fresno County will be expiring at 5:45 p.m."},"content":{"rendered":"

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The warning was in place for Fresno County.<\/p>\n

“The storm which prompted the warning has weakened below severe limits, and no longer appears capable of producing a tornado. Therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire. However, small hail, gusty winds and heavy rain are still possible with this thunderstorm,” according to the NWS Hanford CA.<\/p>\n

Recommended action: Seek shelter<\/p>\n

The warning is in effect until 5:45 p.m.<\/p>\n

\"unitedrobots Ways to protect yourself during a tornado <\/p>\n

According to the NWS, acting quickly is key to staying safe during a tornado. Continue to listen to local news or a NOAA Weather Radio to stay updated about tornado watches and warnings.<\/p>\n

If you are indoors: In the event of a tornado warning, seek shelter in your basement, safe room, or an interior room without windows. If possible, bring your pets along with you.If you are at your workplace or school: Follow your tornado drill protocol and make your way to the designated tornado shelter area. Maintain a safe distance from windows and avoid seeking refuge in large open rooms like cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums.If you are outside: In case of an approaching tornado, quickly seek shelter inside a safe building. Keep in mind that sheds, storage facilities, mobile homes, and tents are not safe options.If you are 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 you are unable to make it to a safe shelter, either get down in your car and cover your head, or abandon your car and seek shelter in a low-lying area such as a ditch or ravine.Have you put together an emergency kit for tornado scenarios? <\/p>\n

The Federal Emergency Management Agency recommends keeping the following items in a basic disaster supplies kit:<\/p>\n

Water, one gallon per person for at least three daysFood, at least a three-day supplyCell phone with chargers and a backup batteryBattery-powered or hand-crank radioFlashlightFirst-aid kitWhistleDust mask to filter contaminated airPlastic sheeting and duct tape, for shelter purposesMoist towelettes, garbage bags, and plastic tiesManual can opener for foodLocal maps<\/p>\n

Source: The National Weather Service<\/p>\n

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