NORMAN, Oklahoma — The Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Oklahoma has issued a Tornado Watch for the Scioto Valley until 10 p.m.
Forecasters say conditions are becoming more favorable across the southern Ohio area for tornadic development.
A Watch means conditions are favorable for supercells capable of producing tornadoes.
Residents should stay weather aware throughout the afternoon and evening hours, and be prepared to act should a warning be issued.
NWS reminds everyone not to rely on outdoor warning sirens. Have multiple means of receiving alerts should severe weather occur.
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