First Alert Weather: More confirmed tornadoes Monday, "severe clear" weather looking ahead
Monday's confirmed tornadoes follow a period of severe storms that rolled through the southern United States on Sunday.
The National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed three tornadoes in Mississippi, one in Alabama, and one in Georgia on Monday. The tornadoes were part of a larger storm system that brought heavy rain, hail, and damaging winds to the region.
The NWS is continuing to assess the damage from the tornadoes, but there have been no reports of any fatalities or serious injuries.
The storms are expected to continue through Monday night, with the heaviest rain and storm activity expected in the eastern Gulf Coast region.
The NWS has issued a "severe clear" weather outlook for Tuesday, meaning that there is a low risk of severe weather in the region.
However, the NWS is urging residents to stay weather-aware and be prepared to take shelter if necessary.
Here are some safety tips from the NWS:
- Be aware of the weather forecast and be prepared to take shelter if necessary.
- Have a plan for where you will go if a tornado warning is issued.
- Stay away from windows and doors during a tornado warning.
- If you are outside during a tornado, lie down in a ditch or other low-lying area and cover your head with your hands.
- After a tornado, be sure to check for injuries and damage.
- Report any damage to your local emergency management office.
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