The National Weather Service in Springfield has issued a Tornado Warning for Southwestern Ozark County and Southeastern Taney County until 645 PM CST.

* At 609 PM CST, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Diamond City, or 14 miles northwest of Bull Shoals, moving northeast at 50 mph.

HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail.

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.

* Locations impacted include... Bull Shoals Lake, Theodosia, Sundown, Protem, Long Run, and Isabella.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.

Tornadoes are extremely difficult to see and confirm at night. Do not wait to see or hear the tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!