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Watertown tornado: Dramatic videos show massive twister in South Dakota
A massive tornado is currently on the ground near Watertown, South Dakota.
A large tornado has touched down near Watertown, South Dakota, on Sunday evening. Several people have shared videos of the twister on social media, showing it moving across the landscape. The tornado has prompted warnings from the National Weather Service, and residents in the area are being urged to take shelter immediately.
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Tornado warning
The National Weather Service in Aberdeen has issued a Tornado Warning for northeastern Hamlin County and southeastern Codington County in northeastern South Dakota. The warning is in effect until 7:30 PM CDT.
According to NWS, at 6:46 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Watertown, moving east at 20 miles per hour.
The storm poses a serious threat, with hazards including a tornado and golf ball–sized hail.
If the tornado develops, it could cause dangerous flying debris, which would be hazardous to anyone without proper shelter. Mobile homes may be damaged or destroyed, and damage to roofs, windows, vehicles, and trees is likely.
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Severe thunderstorm watch
A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS), which is in effect until midnight CDT.
Affected Areas:
Minnesota (West Central) – 2 Counties:
Big Stone
Traverse
South Dakota (Northeast) – 6 Counties:
Clark
Codington
Deuel
Grant
Hamlin
Roberts
Cities Included:
Clark, Clear Lake, Hayti, Milbank, Ortonville, Sisseton, Watertown, and Wheaton
