Tornado Warning Active in Western PA; Severe Thunderstorm in GA — August 2, 2026 — SevereWX

Scattered thunderstorms are prompting isolated severe warnings today under a Marginal Risk outlook from the Storm Prediction Center, focused on portions of the Southeast. In western New York, a tornado warning is underway alongside severe thunderstorm warnings as storms intensify. Central Georgia also sees a severe thunderstorm warning active. Overall, severe potential remains limited with watches unlikely.

A broader look shows low odds for organized severe weather, but pocket severe gusts and hail are possible where storms strengthen this afternoon.

Timeline

12:32 PM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning activates for Erie and Niagara Counties, NY

A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for Erie and Niagara counties in New York until 1:30 PM EDT. These storms pack the risk of damaging wind gusts and large hail. People outdoors should head indoors and stay tuned to updates.

12:34 PM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for central Georgia

A severe thunderstorm warning covers Macon, Marion, Schley, and Taylor counties in Georgia until 1:00 PM EDT. Strong winds and hail are the main threats from these storms. Seek shelter if severe weather approaches your location.

12:40 PM EDT — Tornado Warning issued for Niagara County, NY

A tornado warning is in effect for Niagara County, New York, until 1:15 PM EDT. Radar data shows rotation with this storm, indicating a possible tornado. Residents should take cover in an interior room away from windows right away.

12:45 PM EDT — SPC Mesoscale Discussion flags Southeast severe potential

The Storm Prediction Center issued a mesoscale discussion for portions of Georgia, South Carolina, and western North Carolina. Isolated storms here have potential for severe gusts, but a watch is unlikely with only a 5% chance. Activity should pulse this afternoon before diminishing.

12:54 PM EDT — SPC Mesoscale Discussion for Western NY

The Storm Prediction Center issued a discussion for parts of western New York. Storms may bring severe weather this afternoon. A severe thunderstorm watch looks unlikely right now.

1:09 PM EDT — SPC MD for Central Appalachians

The Storm Prediction Center issued a discussion for parts of the Central Appalachians. Storms there may turn severe, but a watch is unlikely with only a 20% chance of needing one.

1:25 PM EDT — Tornado Warning: Beaver, PA

A tornado warning is in effect for Beaver, PA until 2:00 PM EDT—could be extended or cancelled by NWS.

1:36 PM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning for central Georgia

A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect until 2:00 PM EDT for Johnson and Washington counties in Georgia. These storms may produce large hail and damaging wind gusts. Stay indoors and away from windows if storms approach.

1:39 PM EDT — Tornado Warning issued for Beaver, PA

The National Weather Service has issued a tornado warning for Beaver, PA, in effect until 2:00 PM EDT — could be extended or cancelled by NWS. Radar indicates a possible tornado. Seek shelter immediately in a sturdy building away from windows.

What's Next

Storms in western Pennsylvania carry a tornado risk through early afternoon, with the current warning expiring at 2 PM EDT. Central Georgia faces severe thunderstorms capable of hail and strong winds. Marginal severe weather threat continues; monitor NWS alerts and radar closely.

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