Tornado Warning issued for Shawnee, Jefferson counties

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) – UPDATE: NWS has let the tornado warning expire for SE Shawnee and Southern Jefferson counties.

A Tornado Warning has been issued for SE Shawnee and Southern Jefferson counties until 12:30 a.m., according to the National Weather Service.

At 12:06 a.m., a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 4 miles northwest of Globe, moving northeast at 45 mph.

NWS says impact includes 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:

• Lawrence
• Eudora
• Richland
• Perry, Lecompton
• Clinton
• Lone Star
• Pleasant Grove
• Vinland
• Williamstown
• Perry Lake
• Clinton Lake
• Globe
• Berryton