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On Saturday at 9:10 p.m. an updated tornado warning was issued by the NWS Fort Worth TX in effect until 9:30 p.m. for Hood County.
Quarter-sized hail (1 inch) is expected with the incoming storm.
“At 9:09 p.m., a confirmed tornado was located near Bluff Dale, or 10 miles west of Granbury, moving north at 35 mph,” says the NWS. “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.”
Be aware that the tornado may impact Oak Trail Shores around 9:20 p.m.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Stockton Bend, Tolar, and Lake Granbury.
The NWS comments, “To repeat, a tornado is on the ground. Take cover now! If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter now! Get to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building and avoid windows.”
This warning is in effect until 9:30 p.m.
Tips for finding shelter during a tornado
To ensure your safety during a tornado, remember that acting promptly is crucial, according to the NWS. Stay informed about tornado watches and warnings through regular updates on local news or a NOAA Weather Radio.
- If you are indoors: During a tornado warning, go to your basement, safe room, or an interior room without windows. If time allows, bring your pets.
- If you are at your workplace or school: Comply with your tornado drill procedures and head to the designated tornado shelter area. Steer clear of windows and avoid large open spaces like cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums.
- If you are outside: In the event of an approaching tornado, seek immediate refuge inside a secure building. Remember that sheds, storage facilities, mobile homes, and tents are not safe options.
- If you are in a vehicle: Being inside a vehicle during a tornado is not a safe option. Drive towards the closest shelter. If reaching a safe shelter is not possible, either crouch down in your car and shield your head, or leave your vehicle and find shelter in a ditch or ravine.
Have you put together an emergency kit for tornado scenarios?
The Federal Emergency Management Agency recommends keeping the following items in a basic disaster supplies kit:
- Water, one gallon per person for at least three days
- Food, at least a three-day supply
- Cell phone with chargers and a backup battery
- Battery-powered or hand-crank radio
- Flashlight
- First-aid kit
- Whistle
- Dust mask to filter contaminated air
- Plastic sheeting and duct tape, for shelter purposes
- Moist towelettes, garbage bags, and plastic ties
- Manual can opener for food
- Local maps
Source: The National Weather Service
This story was originally published April 19, 2025 at 8:28 PM.
