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Tornado Confirmed Near Fresno Triggers Warning for Fresno and Madera Counties

Officials urged immediate sheltering during a brief alert prompted by a touchdown near Biola.

Overview

  • A tornado touched down near Biola in Fresno County on Tuesday afternoon and moved northeast at about 15 mph.
  • The National Weather Service issued a warning for northwestern Fresno County and south central Madera County, with outlets citing end times of 2:45 p.m. or 3:00 p.m. PDT.
  • Officials warned of dangerous flying debris and possible damage to mobile homes, roofs, windows, vehicles, and trees, and they urged people to seek sturdy shelter.
  • The path included areas along or near Highway 99 toward Bonadelle Ranchos-Madera Ranchos and Friant, and drivers were told not to shelter under overpasses.
  • As of the latest reports, no injuries or confirmed damage had been reported, and residents were directed to monitor NWS alerts, local media, wireless phone alerts, weather apps, or NOAA Weather Radio.