NWS: Severe Weather Statement

…A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 745 AM CDT FOR SOUTH CENTRAL CHOCTAW AND NORTHWESTERN CLARKE COUNTIES… At 717 AM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 7 miles east of Toxey, or 12 miles south of Butler, moving northeast at 35 mph. HAZARD…Tornado. SOURCE…Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT…Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of south central Choctaw and northwestern Clarke Counties. TORNADO…RADAR INDICATED HAIL…<.75IN

Scott Lolley
Choctaw County Sheriff
205-459-2166