Tornado Warning issued for Northeastern Worcester County

A Tornado Warning has been issued for Northeastern Worcester County and will be active until 5:15 PM. At 4:43 PM EDT, the National Weather Service says a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Berlin, or 11 miles west of Ocean City, moving east at 25 mph.HAZARD…Tornado. SOURCE…Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT…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. This dangerous storm will be near… Berlin around 455 PM EDT. Ocean Pines around 500 PM EDT. Cape Isle Of Wight around 505 PM EDT. Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include West Ocean City, Showell and Ocean City Municipality.PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement 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.