Bismarck, ND – A tornado watch is in effect for much of central and eastern North Dakota, as well as parts of northern South Dakota, until 9 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 14.
According to the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center, Tornado Watch 610 covers more than 30 counties in North Dakota, including Burleigh, Ward, Barnes, McLean, and Morton counties. South Dakota counties under the watch include Brown, Campbell, Corson, Edmunds, McPherson, and Walworth.
Forecasters warn that severe thunderstorms developing this afternoon could produce tornadoes, large hail, and damaging winds across the region. Residents are urged to stay alert, keep weather radios or alerts active, and identify safe shelter areas in case warnings are issued later in the day.
The tornado watch means conditions are favorable for tornado development, though no tornadoes have been confirmed at this time. Authorities caution that storms could form quickly, with little warning, particularly in rural areas.
Travelers along Interstate 94 in North Dakota and U.S. Highway 83 may face rapidly changing weather conditions this evening. Officials recommend delaying unnecessary travel until storms pass.
The watch remains in effect until 9 p.m. CDT Sunday, but could be extended if storms remain active.
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