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Severe threat over Bridgeville and Pittsburgh early Sunday evening<\/strong><\/p>\n As of 4:09 p.m. on Sunday<\/strong>, the National Weather Service (NWS)<\/strong> issued an updated tornado warning<\/strong> in effect for Allegheny County, Pennsylvania<\/strong>, until 4:30 p.m.<\/strong> The warning was triggered by a severe thunderstorm<\/strong> located over Bridgeville<\/strong>, near Mount Lebanon<\/strong>, moving east at 25 mph<\/strong>.<\/p>\n The NWS warns: “Flying debris<\/strong> will be dangerous<\/strong> to those without shelter<\/strong>. Mobile homes<\/strong> may be damaged or destroyed<\/strong>. Roofs, windows, and vehicles<\/strong> face potential destruction. Tree damage is likely<\/strong>.”<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Areas currently under threat include:<\/strong><\/p>\n Pittsburgh<\/strong>, Mount Lebanon<\/strong>, Bethel Park<\/strong>, Upper St. Clair<\/strong>, Scott Township<\/strong>, Robinson Township<\/strong>, Cecil-Bishop<\/strong>, Carnegie<\/strong>, Bridgeville<\/strong>, Heidelberg<\/strong>, Rosslyn Farms<\/strong>, South Fayette Township<\/strong>, and Collier Township<\/strong>.<\/p>\n If you are in the warned area, seek shelter now<\/strong>:<\/p>\n Move to an interior room<\/strong> on the lowest floor<\/strong> of a well-constructed building<\/strong>, away from windows<\/strong>. If you are outside, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, find the nearest solid shelter immediately<\/strong>. Do not shelter under highway overpasses.<\/strong> If escape is not possible, abandon your vehicle<\/strong>, lie flat in a low-lying area<\/strong>, and cover your head<\/strong> to protect against flying debris.<\/p>\n A Tornado watch<\/strong> means conditions are favorable<\/strong> for tornado formation. It’s a signal to get ready<\/strong>: check your emergency supplies, go over your safety plan, and locate your shelter spot. Tornado watches can cover multiple counties or states<\/strong> and are issued by the Storm Prediction Center<\/strong>.<\/p>\n A Tornado warning<\/strong> means a tornado has been spotted<\/strong> or detected by radar<\/strong>. This is a direct and immediate threat<\/strong>. Take shelter immediately<\/strong>. These alerts are issued by local forecast offices<\/strong> and target small, specific areas<\/strong> like a single county or city.<\/p>\n Check local weather reports frequently and keep a NOAA Weather Radio<\/strong> nearby. Enable smartphone alerts<\/strong> and familiarize yourself with local siren systems<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Have a family emergency plan<\/strong> that includes a meeting place<\/strong> and contact numbers<\/strong>. If your home lacks a basement, identify a nearby shelter<\/strong> like a church, public building, or a neighbor\u2019s home.<\/p>\n Choose a safe room<\/strong> in your home \u2013 a basement<\/strong>, storm cellar<\/strong>, or a windowless interior room<\/strong> on the lowest floor<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Regularly practice your plan with all family members, and include pets<\/strong> in your emergency routine if time permits.<\/p>\n Strengthen your safe room using resources and guidelines provided by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Help others get ready, share safety tips, and consider taking a CPR course<\/strong> to be prepared for emergencies.<\/p>\n If under a tornado warning, immediately go to your basement<\/strong> or interior room<\/strong>. Avoid windows. Bring pets<\/strong> if time allows.<\/p>\n Follow designated tornado safety procedures. Stay away from windows and large open rooms<\/strong> like gyms<\/strong> or cafeterias<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Seek shelter in a solid building<\/strong>. Do not remain in tents, sheds, or storage units<\/strong>. If no structure is available, find a low-lying area<\/strong>.<\/p>\n If safe shelter is within driving distance, go there immediately<\/strong>. Otherwise, pull over<\/strong>, crouch low in your vehicle<\/strong>, or lie in a ditch<\/strong>, protecting your head from debris.<\/p>\n Stay alert and take all warnings seriously<\/strong>, especially when issued by the National Weather Service<\/strong>. Allegheny County residents<\/strong>, particularly those in and around Pittsburgh<\/strong>, Mount Lebanon<\/strong>, and Bridgeville<\/strong>, must act now<\/strong> to ensure their safety.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Severe threat over Bridgeville and Pittsburgh early Sunday evening As of 4:09 p.m. on Sunday, the National Weather Service (NWS) issued an updated tornado warning in effect for Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, until 4:30 p.m. The warning was triggered by a severe thunderstorm located over Bridgeville, near Mount Lebanon, moving east at 25 mph. The NWS […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":17,"featured_media":3866,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3865","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-news"],"yoast_head":"\n<\/h3>\n
Immediate safety guidance from the National Weather Service<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Understanding the alerts: Tornado watch vs. Tornado warning<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Tornado watch: Be prepared<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Tornado warning: Take action<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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Steps to prepare before a tornado hits<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Stay informed<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Create a communication plan<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Identify a safe location<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Conduct tornado drills<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Reinforce your home<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Support your community<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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Tornado survival guide: What to do when it strikes<\/strong><\/h3>\n
At home<\/strong><\/h4>\n
At school or work<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Outdoors<\/strong><\/h4>\n
In a vehicle<\/strong><\/h4>\n