State College, PA 4/11/2009 1:19:28 PM
News / Weather

Murfreesboro Heavily Damaged in Tornado Outbreak

Many tornado warnings remain in effect from south-central Kentucky through central Tennessee and now, northern Alabama. These powerful thunderstorms will shift to eastern Tennessee and Georgia this evening. This includes Augusta, Ga., where the Masters Golf Tournament is currently underway.

 

Damaging winds, hail and blinding downpours will continue to accompany the strongest thunderstorms. Several more tornadoes could touch down and cause destruction. You should take immediate action if a storm-related warning is issued for your area.

 

Make sure your cell phone is fully charged today. You can use your cell phone to access AccuWeather.com forecasting services and radar, especially if you are traveling or in the field. Stay informed by checking back with AccuWeather.com as this tornado outbreak continues.

 

To learn more or discuss with a forecaster, please contact:

Justin Roberti

Roberti@AccuWeather.com

 

Or call our 24-hour press hotline:

814-235-8710