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A tornado watch was issued by the NWS Fort Worth TX on Saturday at 9:53 p.m. in effect until 11 p.m. The watch is for Hood, Johnson and Somervell counties.
This watch is in effect until 11 p.m.
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Map by Steve Wilson swilson@star-telegram.comTips for finding shelter during a tornado
According to the NWS, rapid action is key to staying safe during a tornado. Remain updated about tornado watches and warnings by following local news or a NOAA Weather Radio.
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: If a tornado is on its way, seek shelter inside a solid building immediately. Sheds, storage facilities, mobile homes, and tents are not safe places to be.If you are in a vehicle: Being in a vehicle during a tornado is not safe. The best course of action is to drive towards the nearest shelter. If finding a safe shelter is not possible, either crouch down inside your car and protect your head, or abandon your vehicle and seek shelter in a low-lying area such as a ditch or ravine.Have you put together an emergency kit for tornado scenarios?
The Federal Emergency Management Agency recommends keeping the following items in a basic disaster supplies kit:
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
Source: The National Weather Service
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This story was originally published April 25, 2026 at 9:57 PM.