Tornado Warning in effect for Burke, McDowell, Rutherford counties until 8:15 p.m.

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BURKE COUNTY, N.C. — A Tornado Warning has been issued for Burke, McDowell, and Rutherford counties until 8:15 p.m. A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Burke, Catawba, Cleveland and Lincoln counties until 8:30 p.m. 

WCNC Charlotte Chief Meteorologist Brad Panovich is tracking the latest as the threat moves through the area. 

If you are in these areas, get to a safe space in an interior room far from windows. Make sure you have a way to hear weather updates, whether it’s from a mobile device, a turned-up television, or radio.