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2023 [KMEG] MEMPHIS Tornado (TO) Warning (W) Number 36

Listing of Counties/Parishes/Zones Included in Product

RADAR Composite at Issuance Time

Storm Based Warning History

980 
WFUS54 KMEG 312223
TORMEG
ARC035-093-TNC157-167-312300-
/O.NEW.KMEG.TO.W.0036.230331T2223Z-230331T2300Z/

BULLETIN - EAS ACTIVATION REQUESTED
Tornado Warning
National Weather Service Memphis TN
523 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued a

* Tornado Warning for...
  South central Mississippi County in eastern Arkansas...
  Northeastern Crittenden County in eastern Arkansas...
  Western Tipton County in west Tennessee...
  Northern Shelby County in west Tennessee...

* Until 600 PM CDT.

* At 522 PM CDT, a confirmed large and extremely dangerous tornado
  was located near Gilmore, or 9 miles west of Meeman Shelby Forest
  State Park, moving east at 50 mph.

  This is a PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. TAKE COVER NOW!

  HAZARD...Damaging tornado.

  SOURCE...Weather spotters confirmed tornado. At 522 PM, spotter 
           confirmed tornado just south of Turell near I-55.

  IMPACT...You are in a life-threatening situation. Flying debris 
           may be deadly to those caught without shelter. Mobile 
           homes will be destroyed. Considerable damage to homes, 
           businesses, and vehicles is likely and complete 
           destruction is possible.

* Locations impacted include...
  Millington, Meeman Shelby Forest State Park, Munford, Brighton,
  Dixonville, Tipton, Atoka, Gilt Edge, Burlison, Garland,
  Barretville, Egypt, Griffin Corner, Menesha, Quito, Redwood,
  Rosemark, Idaville, Locke and Beaver.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

To repeat, a large, extremely dangerous and potentially deadly
tornado is on the ground. To protect your life, TAKE COVER NOW! Move
to a storm shelter 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.

&&

LAT...LON 3543 9026 3559 8971 3534 8963 3529 9021
TIME...MOT...LOC 2222Z 254DEG 43KT 3536 9022 

TORNADO...OBSERVED
TORNADO DAMAGE THREAT...CONSIDERABLE
MAX HAIL SIZE...<.75 IN

$$
980 
WWUS54 KMEG 312231
SVSMEG

Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Memphis TN
531 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

ARC035-093-TNC157-167-312300-
/O.CON.KMEG.TO.W.0036.000000T0000Z-230331T2300Z/
Mississippi AR-Crittenden AR-Tipton TN-Shelby TN-
531 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

...A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 600 PM CDT FOR SOUTH
CENTRAL MISSISSIPPI...NORTHEASTERN CRITTENDEN...WESTERN TIPTON AND
NORTHEASTERN SHELBY COUNTIES...
        
At 531 PM CDT, a confirmed large and extremely dangerous tornado was
located near Meeman Shelby Forest State Park, moving northeast at 55
mph.

This is a PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. TAKE COVER NOW!

HAZARD...Damaging tornado.

SOURCE...Radar confirmed tornado.

IMPACT...You are in a life-threatening situation. Flying debris may 
         be deadly to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes 
         will be destroyed. Considerable damage to homes, 
         businesses, and vehicles is likely and complete destruction 
         is possible.

Locations impacted include...
Millington, Meeman Shelby Forest State Park, Munford, Brighton,
Dixonville, Tipton, Atoka, Gilt Edge, Burlison, Garland, Barretville,
Egypt, Griffin Corner, Quito, Redwood, Rosemark, Idaville, Locke,
Beaver and Randolph.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

To repeat, a large, extremely dangerous and potentially deadly
tornado is on the ground. To protect your life, TAKE COVER NOW! Move
to a storm shelter 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.

&&

LAT...LON 3545 9018 3559 8971 3534 8963 3531 9013
TIME...MOT...LOC 2231Z 246DEG 49KT 3541 9009 

TORNADO...OBSERVED
TORNADO DAMAGE THREAT...CONSIDERABLE
MAX HAIL SIZE...<.75 IN

$$
931 
WWUS54 KMEG 312240
SVSMEG

Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Memphis TN
540 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

ARC035-093-312249-
/O.CAN.KMEG.TO.W.0036.000000T0000Z-230331T2300Z/
Mississippi AR-Crittenden AR-
540 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

...THE TORNADO WARNING FOR SOUTH CENTRAL MISSISSIPPI AND NORTHEASTERN
CRITTENDEN COUNTIES IS CANCELLED...
    
The tornadic thunderstorm which prompted the warning has moved out 
of the warned area. Therefore, the warning has been cancelled.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 800 PM CDT for eastern
Arkansas...and west Tennessee.

LAT...LON 3547 9008 3547 9007 3552 8993 3551 8992
      3553 8991 3559 8971 3534 8963 3535 9003
      3539 9004 3541 9005 3543 9003 3547 9002
      3547 9005 3546 9007 3545 9007
TIME...MOT...LOC 2239Z 250DEG 41KT 3545 9000 

$$

TNC157-167-312300-
/O.CON.KMEG.TO.W.0036.000000T0000Z-230331T2300Z/
Tipton TN-Shelby TN-
540 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

...TORNADO EMERGENCY FOR DIXONVILLE, QUITO, AND DRUMMONDS...

...A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 600 PM CDT FOR WESTERN
TIPTON AND NORTHEASTERN SHELBY COUNTIES...
        
At 539 PM CDT, a confirmed large and destructive tornado was located
near Dixonville, or 8 miles northeast of Meeman Shelby Forest State
Park, moving east at 45 mph.

TORNADO EMERGENCY for DIXONVILLE, QUITO, AND DRUMMONDS.... This is a 
PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. TAKE COVER NOW!

HAZARD...Deadly tornado.

SOURCE...Radar confirmed tornado.

IMPACT...You are in a life-threatening situation. Flying debris may 
         be deadly to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes 
         will be destroyed. Considerable damage to homes, 
         businesses, and vehicles is likely and complete destruction 
         is possible.

Locations impacted include...
Millington, Munford, Brighton, Dixonville, Tipton, Atoka, Gilt Edge,
Burlison, Garland, Barretville, Egypt, Quito, Redwood, Rosemark,
Idaville, Beaver, Randolph, Sloanville, Wilkinsville and Cuba.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

To repeat, a large, extremely dangerous, and potentially deadly
tornado is on the ground. To protect your life, TAKE COVER NOW! Move
to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid
windows. If in a mobile home, a vehicle or outdoors, move to the
closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.

&&

LAT...LON 3547 9008 3547 9007 3552 8993 3551 8992
      3553 8991 3559 8971 3534 8963 3535 9003
      3539 9004 3541 9005 3543 9003 3547 9002
      3547 9005 3546 9007 3545 9007
TIME...MOT...LOC 2239Z 250DEG 41KT 3545 9000 

TORNADO...OBSERVED
TORNADO DAMAGE THREAT...CATASTROPHIC
MAX HAIL SIZE...<.75 IN

$$
499 
WWUS54 KMEG 312245
SVSMEG

Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Memphis TN
545 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

TNC157-167-312300-
/O.CON.KMEG.TO.W.0036.000000T0000Z-230331T2300Z/
Tipton TN-Shelby TN-
545 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

...TORNADO EMERGENCY FOR DIXONVILLE, DRUMMONDS, AND GILT EDGE......

...A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 600 PM CDT FOR CENTRAL
TIPTON AND NORTHEASTERN SHELBY COUNTIES...
        
At 544 PM CDT, a confirmed large and destructive tornado was located
near Dixonville, or 8 miles southeast of Wilson, moving east at 50
mph.

TORNADO EMERGENCY for DIXONVILLE, DRUMMONDS, AND GILT EDGE. This is 
a PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. TAKE COVER NOW!

HAZARD...Deadly tornado.

SOURCE...Radar confirmed tornado.

IMPACT...You are in a life-threatening situation. Flying debris may 
         be deadly to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes 
         will be destroyed. Considerable damage to homes, 
         businesses, and vehicles is likely and complete destruction 
         is possible.

Locations impacted include...
Munford, Brighton, Dixonville, Tipton, Atoka, Gilt Edge, Burlison,
Garland, Egypt, Quito, Wilkinsville, Redwood, Drummonds, Idaville,
Crosstown, Beaver, Kerrville, Akins Corner and Randolph.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

To repeat, a large, extremely dangerous, and potentially deadly
tornado is on the ground. To protect your life, TAKE COVER NOW! Move
to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid
windows. If in a mobile home, a vehicle or outdoors, move to the
closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.

&&

LAT...LON 3552 8993 3551 8992 3553 8991 3559 8971
      3537 8965 3538 8997 3540 9000 3545 9001
      3548 9000 3550 8998
TIME...MOT...LOC 2244Z 251DEG 41KT 3547 8994 

TORNADO...OBSERVED
TORNADO DAMAGE THREAT...CATASTROPHIC
MAX HAIL SIZE...<.75 IN

$$
578 
WWUS54 KMEG 312248
SVSMEG

Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Memphis TN
548 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

TNC157-312258-
/O.CAN.KMEG.TO.W.0036.000000T0000Z-230331T2300Z/
Shelby TN-
548 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

...THE TORNADO WARNING FOR NORTHEASTERN SHELBY COUNTY IS CANCELLED...
    
The tornadic thunderstorm which prompted the warning has moved out 
of the warned area. Therefore, the warning has been cancelled.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 800 PM CDT for eastern
Arkansas...and west Tennessee.

LAT...LON 3552 8993 3551 8992 3553 8991 3559 8971
      3541 8967 3540 8994 3550 8997
TIME...MOT...LOC 2248Z 254DEG 43KT 3548 8988 

$$

TNC167-312300-
/O.CON.KMEG.TO.W.0036.000000T0000Z-230331T2300Z/
Tipton TN-
548 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

...A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 600 PM CDT FOR CENTRAL
TIPTON COUNTY...
        
At 548 PM CDT, a confirmed large and extremely dangerous tornado was
located near Munford, or 10 miles north of Millington, moving east at
50 mph.

This is a PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. TAKE COVER NOW!

HAZARD...Damaging tornado.

SOURCE...Radar confirmed tornado. Spotter on the Tipton/Shelby 
         County line also reported a tornado.

IMPACT...You are in a life-threatening situation. Flying debris may 
         be deadly to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes 
         will be destroyed. Considerable damage to homes, 
         businesses, and vehicles is likely and complete destruction 
         is possible.

Locations impacted include...
Munford, Brighton, Dixonville, Tipton, Atoka, Gilt Edge, Burlison,
Garland, Egypt, Quito, Wilkinsville, Drummonds, Idaville, Crosstown,
Beaver, Akins Corner and Randolph.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

To repeat, a large, extremely dangerous and potentially deadly
tornado is on the ground. To protect your life, TAKE COVER NOW! Move
to a storm shelter 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.

&&

LAT...LON 3552 8993 3551 8992 3553 8991 3559 8971
      3541 8967 3540 8994 3550 8997
TIME...MOT...LOC 2248Z 254DEG 43KT 3548 8988 

TORNADO...OBSERVED
TORNADO DAMAGE THREAT...CONSIDERABLE
MAX HAIL SIZE...<.75 IN

$$
701 
WWUS54 KMEG 312254
SVSMEG

Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Memphis TN
554 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

TNC167-312304-
/O.EXP.KMEG.TO.W.0036.000000T0000Z-230331T2300Z/
Tipton TN-
554 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

...THE TORNADO WARNING FOR CENTRAL TIPTON COUNTY WILL EXPIRE AT 600
PM CDT...
        
The storm which prompted the warning has moved out of the area.
Therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 800 PM CDT for eastern
Arkansas...and west Tennessee.

Remember, a Tornado Warning still remains in effect for northern 
Tipton County.

LAT...LON 3552 8993 3551 8992 3553 8991 3559 8971
      3541 8967 3540 8994 3550 8997
TIME...MOT...LOC 2254Z 246DEG 40KT 3552 8985 

$$
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980 
WFUS54 KMEG 312223
TORMEG
ARC035-093-TNC157-167-312300-
/O.NEW.KMEG.TO.W.0036.230331T2223Z-230331T2300Z/

BULLETIN - EAS ACTIVATION REQUESTED
Tornado Warning
National Weather Service Memphis TN
523 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued a

* Tornado Warning for...
  South central Mississippi County in eastern Arkansas...
  Northeastern Crittenden County in eastern Arkansas...
  Western Tipton County in west Tennessee...
  Northern Shelby County in west Tennessee...

* Until 600 PM CDT.

* At 522 PM CDT, a confirmed large and extremely dangerous tornado
  was located near Gilmore, or 9 miles west of Meeman Shelby Forest
  State Park, moving east at 50 mph.

  This is a PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. TAKE COVER NOW!

  HAZARD...Damaging tornado.

  SOURCE...Weather spotters confirmed tornado. At 522 PM, spotter 
           confirmed tornado just south of Turell near I-55.

  IMPACT...You are in a life-threatening situation. Flying debris 
           may be deadly to those caught without shelter. Mobile 
           homes will be destroyed. Considerable damage to homes, 
           businesses, and vehicles is likely and complete 
           destruction is possible.

* Locations impacted include...
  Millington, Meeman Shelby Forest State Park, Munford, Brighton,
  Dixonville, Tipton, Atoka, Gilt Edge, Burlison, Garland,
  Barretville, Egypt, Griffin Corner, Menesha, Quito, Redwood,
  Rosemark, Idaville, Locke and Beaver.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

To repeat, a large, extremely dangerous and potentially deadly
tornado is on the ground. To protect your life, TAKE COVER NOW! Move
to a storm shelter 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.

&&

LAT...LON 3543 9026 3559 8971 3534 8963 3529 9021
TIME...MOT...LOC 2222Z 254DEG 43KT 3536 9022 

TORNADO...OBSERVED
TORNADO DAMAGE THREAT...CONSIDERABLE
MAX HAIL SIZE...<.75 IN

$$
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980 
WWUS54 KMEG 312231
SVSMEG

Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Memphis TN
531 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

ARC035-093-TNC157-167-312300-
/O.CON.KMEG.TO.W.0036.000000T0000Z-230331T2300Z/
Mississippi AR-Crittenden AR-Tipton TN-Shelby TN-
531 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

...A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 600 PM CDT FOR SOUTH
CENTRAL MISSISSIPPI...NORTHEASTERN CRITTENDEN...WESTERN TIPTON AND
NORTHEASTERN SHELBY COUNTIES...
        
At 531 PM CDT, a confirmed large and extremely dangerous tornado was
located near Meeman Shelby Forest State Park, moving northeast at 55
mph.

This is a PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. TAKE COVER NOW!

HAZARD...Damaging tornado.

SOURCE...Radar confirmed tornado.

IMPACT...You are in a life-threatening situation. Flying debris may 
         be deadly to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes 
         will be destroyed. Considerable damage to homes, 
         businesses, and vehicles is likely and complete destruction 
         is possible.

Locations impacted include...
Millington, Meeman Shelby Forest State Park, Munford, Brighton,
Dixonville, Tipton, Atoka, Gilt Edge, Burlison, Garland, Barretville,
Egypt, Griffin Corner, Quito, Redwood, Rosemark, Idaville, Locke,
Beaver and Randolph.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

To repeat, a large, extremely dangerous and potentially deadly
tornado is on the ground. To protect your life, TAKE COVER NOW! Move
to a storm shelter 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.

&&

LAT...LON 3545 9018 3559 8971 3534 8963 3531 9013
TIME...MOT...LOC 2231Z 246DEG 49KT 3541 9009 

TORNADO...OBSERVED
TORNADO DAMAGE THREAT...CONSIDERABLE
MAX HAIL SIZE...<.75 IN

$$
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931 
WWUS54 KMEG 312240
SVSMEG

Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Memphis TN
540 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

ARC035-093-312249-
/O.CAN.KMEG.TO.W.0036.000000T0000Z-230331T2300Z/
Mississippi AR-Crittenden AR-
540 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

...THE TORNADO WARNING FOR SOUTH CENTRAL MISSISSIPPI AND NORTHEASTERN
CRITTENDEN COUNTIES IS CANCELLED...
    
The tornadic thunderstorm which prompted the warning has moved out 
of the warned area. Therefore, the warning has been cancelled.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 800 PM CDT for eastern
Arkansas...and west Tennessee.

LAT...LON 3547 9008 3547 9007 3552 8993 3551 8992
      3553 8991 3559 8971 3534 8963 3535 9003
      3539 9004 3541 9005 3543 9003 3547 9002
      3547 9005 3546 9007 3545 9007
TIME...MOT...LOC 2239Z 250DEG 41KT 3545 9000 

$$

TNC157-167-312300-
/O.CON.KMEG.TO.W.0036.000000T0000Z-230331T2300Z/
Tipton TN-Shelby TN-
540 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

...TORNADO EMERGENCY FOR DIXONVILLE, QUITO, AND DRUMMONDS...

...A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 600 PM CDT FOR WESTERN
TIPTON AND NORTHEASTERN SHELBY COUNTIES...
        
At 539 PM CDT, a confirmed large and destructive tornado was located
near Dixonville, or 8 miles northeast of Meeman Shelby Forest State
Park, moving east at 45 mph.

TORNADO EMERGENCY for DIXONVILLE, QUITO, AND DRUMMONDS.... This is a 
PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. TAKE COVER NOW!

HAZARD...Deadly tornado.

SOURCE...Radar confirmed tornado.

IMPACT...You are in a life-threatening situation. Flying debris may 
         be deadly to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes 
         will be destroyed. Considerable damage to homes, 
         businesses, and vehicles is likely and complete destruction 
         is possible.

Locations impacted include...
Millington, Munford, Brighton, Dixonville, Tipton, Atoka, Gilt Edge,
Burlison, Garland, Barretville, Egypt, Quito, Redwood, Rosemark,
Idaville, Beaver, Randolph, Sloanville, Wilkinsville and Cuba.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

To repeat, a large, extremely dangerous, and potentially deadly
tornado is on the ground. To protect your life, TAKE COVER NOW! Move
to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid
windows. If in a mobile home, a vehicle or outdoors, move to the
closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.

&&

LAT...LON 3547 9008 3547 9007 3552 8993 3551 8992
      3553 8991 3559 8971 3534 8963 3535 9003
      3539 9004 3541 9005 3543 9003 3547 9002
      3547 9005 3546 9007 3545 9007
TIME...MOT...LOC 2239Z 250DEG 41KT 3545 9000 

TORNADO...OBSERVED
TORNADO DAMAGE THREAT...CATASTROPHIC
MAX HAIL SIZE...<.75 IN

$$
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499 
WWUS54 KMEG 312245
SVSMEG

Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Memphis TN
545 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

TNC157-167-312300-
/O.CON.KMEG.TO.W.0036.000000T0000Z-230331T2300Z/
Tipton TN-Shelby TN-
545 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

...TORNADO EMERGENCY FOR DIXONVILLE, DRUMMONDS, AND GILT EDGE......

...A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 600 PM CDT FOR CENTRAL
TIPTON AND NORTHEASTERN SHELBY COUNTIES...
        
At 544 PM CDT, a confirmed large and destructive tornado was located
near Dixonville, or 8 miles southeast of Wilson, moving east at 50
mph.

TORNADO EMERGENCY for DIXONVILLE, DRUMMONDS, AND GILT EDGE. This is 
a PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. TAKE COVER NOW!

HAZARD...Deadly tornado.

SOURCE...Radar confirmed tornado.

IMPACT...You are in a life-threatening situation. Flying debris may 
         be deadly to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes 
         will be destroyed. Considerable damage to homes, 
         businesses, and vehicles is likely and complete destruction 
         is possible.

Locations impacted include...
Munford, Brighton, Dixonville, Tipton, Atoka, Gilt Edge, Burlison,
Garland, Egypt, Quito, Wilkinsville, Redwood, Drummonds, Idaville,
Crosstown, Beaver, Kerrville, Akins Corner and Randolph.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

To repeat, a large, extremely dangerous, and potentially deadly
tornado is on the ground. To protect your life, TAKE COVER NOW! Move
to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid
windows. If in a mobile home, a vehicle or outdoors, move to the
closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.

&&

LAT...LON 3552 8993 3551 8992 3553 8991 3559 8971
      3537 8965 3538 8997 3540 9000 3545 9001
      3548 9000 3550 8998
TIME...MOT...LOC 2244Z 251DEG 41KT 3547 8994 

TORNADO...OBSERVED
TORNADO DAMAGE THREAT...CATASTROPHIC
MAX HAIL SIZE...<.75 IN

$$
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578 
WWUS54 KMEG 312248
SVSMEG

Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Memphis TN
548 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

TNC157-312258-
/O.CAN.KMEG.TO.W.0036.000000T0000Z-230331T2300Z/
Shelby TN-
548 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

...THE TORNADO WARNING FOR NORTHEASTERN SHELBY COUNTY IS CANCELLED...
    
The tornadic thunderstorm which prompted the warning has moved out 
of the warned area. Therefore, the warning has been cancelled.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 800 PM CDT for eastern
Arkansas...and west Tennessee.

LAT...LON 3552 8993 3551 8992 3553 8991 3559 8971
      3541 8967 3540 8994 3550 8997
TIME...MOT...LOC 2248Z 254DEG 43KT 3548 8988 

$$

TNC167-312300-
/O.CON.KMEG.TO.W.0036.000000T0000Z-230331T2300Z/
Tipton TN-
548 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

...A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 600 PM CDT FOR CENTRAL
TIPTON COUNTY...
        
At 548 PM CDT, a confirmed large and extremely dangerous tornado was
located near Munford, or 10 miles north of Millington, moving east at
50 mph.

This is a PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. TAKE COVER NOW!

HAZARD...Damaging tornado.

SOURCE...Radar confirmed tornado. Spotter on the Tipton/Shelby 
         County line also reported a tornado.

IMPACT...You are in a life-threatening situation. Flying debris may 
         be deadly to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes 
         will be destroyed. Considerable damage to homes, 
         businesses, and vehicles is likely and complete destruction 
         is possible.

Locations impacted include...
Munford, Brighton, Dixonville, Tipton, Atoka, Gilt Edge, Burlison,
Garland, Egypt, Quito, Wilkinsville, Drummonds, Idaville, Crosstown,
Beaver, Akins Corner and Randolph.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

To repeat, a large, extremely dangerous and potentially deadly
tornado is on the ground. To protect your life, TAKE COVER NOW! Move
to a storm shelter 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.

&&

LAT...LON 3552 8993 3551 8992 3553 8991 3559 8971
      3541 8967 3540 8994 3550 8997
TIME...MOT...LOC 2248Z 254DEG 43KT 3548 8988 

TORNADO...OBSERVED
TORNADO DAMAGE THREAT...CONSIDERABLE
MAX HAIL SIZE...<.75 IN

$$
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701 
WWUS54 KMEG 312254
SVSMEG

Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Memphis TN
554 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

TNC167-312304-
/O.EXP.KMEG.TO.W.0036.000000T0000Z-230331T2300Z/
Tipton TN-
554 PM CDT Fri Mar 31 2023

...THE TORNADO WARNING FOR CENTRAL TIPTON COUNTY WILL EXPIRE AT 600
PM CDT...
        
The storm which prompted the warning has moved out of the area.
Therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 800 PM CDT for eastern
Arkansas...and west Tennessee.

Remember, a Tornado Warning still remains in effect for northern 
Tipton County.

LAT...LON 3552 8993 3551 8992 3553 8991 3559 8971
      3541 8967 3540 8994 3550 8997
TIME...MOT...LOC 2254Z 246DEG 40KT 3552 8985 

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