At 4:47 PM Tuesday, the National Weather Service issued a Tornado Warning for east central Berks County and northwestern Montgomery County until 5:15 PM.
Radar indicated strong rotation in a storm near Birdsboro, moving east at 20 mph. The storm is capable of producing a tornado and damaging straight-line winds. Areas that may be impacted include Bally, Bechtelsville, Gilbertsville, Boyertown, Halfway House, and Pottsgrove.
TAKE COVER NOW If you are in the warned area, move to a basement or interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Stay away from windows. If you’re outside, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, seek shelter immediately.
Do not wait to see or hear the tornado — act now to protect yourself.