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.