UPDATE: Tornado warning issued for Johnson and Hill counties Tuesday evening

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At 7:12 p.m. on Tuesday, the NWS Fort Worth TX released an updated tornado warning in effect until 8 p.m. for Johnson and Hill counties.

Baseball-sized hail (2.75 inches) is expected with the incoming storm.

"At 7:12 p.m., a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Rio Vista, or 8 miles south of Cleburne, moving southeast at 25 mph," describes 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."

Locations impacted by the warning include Itasca, Covington, Parker, Rio Vista, Osceola, Lovelace, Woodbury and Mayfield. This includes Interstate 35W between mile markers 2 and 9.

Recommended action: Seek shelter

The NWS states, "This is a dangerous storm, capable of producing large hail driven by severe winds! Seek shelter now inside a sturdy structure and stay away from windows! If you are caught outdoors, cover your head and neck."

This warning is in effect until 8 p.m.

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Tips for finding shelter during a tornado

The NWS emphasizes the importance of acting quickly to stay safe during a tornado. Keep yourself informed about tornado watches and warnings by staying connected to local news or a NOAA Weather Radio.

• If you are indoors: If you are in a tornado warning, go to your basement, safe room or an interior room away from windows. Don't forget pets if time allows.
• If you are at your workplace or school: Follow your tornado drill protocol and make your way to the designated tornado shelter area. Maintain a safe distance from windows and avoid seeking refuge in large open rooms like cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums.
• If you are outside: If a tornado is approaching, seek immediate shelter inside a secure building. Remember that sheds, storage facilities, mobile homes, and tents are not safe options.
• If you are in a vehicle: It is not safe to be in a vehicle during a tornado. The recommended action is to drive to the nearest shelter. If reaching a safe shelter is not possible, either crouch down in your car and cover your head, or leave your vehicle and seek refuge in a low-lying area like 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

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This story was originally published April 28, 2026 at 6:22 PM.