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Another round of severe thunderstorms threaten storm-fatigued South Wednesday

Severe thunderstorms packing damaging winds, large hail and tornadoes are rumbling across the storm-fatigued South, targeting some of the same areas that were on the receiving end of multiday severe weather outbreaks over the past two weeks.

Strong to severe storms will be possible on Wednesday across some of the same areas that saw severe weather on Tuesday.

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Storm-weary South sees another round of damaging winds, deadly tornadoes

Severe storms produced damaging winds and tornadoes from the Gulf Coast into the Carolinas Tuesday leaving behind paths of damage and thousands without power.

The National Weather Service reported at least one person was killed Bryan County, Georgia when the severe storms moved through.

A large funnel was spotted outside of Savannah, Georgia on Tuesday evening.

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A supercell is Missouri is lighting up the FOX Weather 3D Radar. Tornado Warnings have been issued to the west of Columbia, MO along Interstate 70.

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Meteorologists are tracking a lone supercell in Missouri that has the chance of producing a tornado along Interstate 70. The tornado-warned storm is moving eastward and could impact the areas around Columbia, MO.

Meteorologists expect the chance of severe storms to linger into Wednesday across parts of the South.

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The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Warning for Lee, Clarendon and Sumter counties until 8:15 p.m. EDT.

The severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Alcolu, or near Manning, moving northeast at 60 mph.

The area saw at least one severe storm that triggered a Tornado Warning. PowerOutage. US reports more than 8,000 outages across South Carolina.

Georgia Damage Report

Initial reports out of Bryan County, GA indicate several homes were damaged and some occupants might even be trapped. A tornado-warned storm moved through the area early Tuesday evening.

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Parts of South Carolina's Grand Strand and coastal North Carolina are under a Tornado Watch until midnight. Meteorologists believe severe thunderstorms could continue into the evening and have the possibility of producing tornadoes.

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Meteorologists have issued a Tornado Warning for a storm capable of producing a twister that is moving along the coast and could impact areas outside of Charleston, S.C. during the next hour.

Video captured the storm that triggered the Tornado Emergency around Allendale, South Carolina.

Meteorologists have issued a Tornado Warning for several counties in the Lowcountry of South Carolina because of radar detected rotation in a supercell.

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Radar 6:30 p.m. ET

Here is a look at the current warnings across the Southeast.

As of 6:30 p.m. ET, warnings were posted in Georgia and South Carolina.

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Severe storms produced torrential rainfall along Interstate 20 in South Carolina.

A severe storm has triggered a Tornado Warning north of Hilton Head, S.C. The storm is expected to continue to head towards the vicinity of Charleston, S.C. over the next hour.

Most of the metro Columbia, SC area was under a Tornado Warning because of a severe storm moving in from the southwest.

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A severe storm with a possible tornado continues its east to northeast trek through South Carolina and now is closing in on Columbia. Lexington County, SC is under a Tornado Warning until 6:15 p.m.

A squall line with damaging winds and heavy rainfall moved through Tallahassee within the last 30 minutes. The line of severe storms is continuing its eastward trek through the Panhandle and Georgia.

A Tornado Warning has been issued for Barnwell, Bamberg and Orangeburg counties in South Carolina. The severe storm capable of producing the tornado is moving eastward around 45 mph.

A Tornado Warning has been issued has been issued for areas around Columbia, Lexington and West Columbia because of the threat a severe thunderstorm could be producing a tornado in central South Carolina.

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Meteorologists say radar is picking up on rotation and possible debris in a thunderstorm that is moving through southeast Georgia and will likely stay just to the north of Savannah.

The storm has triggered several Tornado Warnings along its path including for Effingham County, Georgia until 6:15 p.m. EDT.

Despite thunderstorms moving through Mississippi during the morning hours, clean-up still continues in the hardest-hit areas. PoweOutage.US reports more than 2,300 outages in the state.

Tornado Reports in South

The Storm Prediction Center says they have received more than 2 dozen reports of tornadoes, so far today. Meteorologists from National Weather Service offices will examine damage paths to determine if tornadoes are responsible for damage and the strength of the twisters.

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As severe storms rolled through South Carolina, tornado sirens sounded in Newberry, South Carolina.

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A pair of storms capable of producing tornadoes are moving through South Carolina between Columbia and Charleston. Both storms have triggered several Tornado Warnings. Even if the storms do not produce a tornado, damaging winds, hail, heavy rainfall and lightning will be concerns.

Counties under the Tornado Warning include: Laurens, Emanuel, Treutlen, and Johnson counties in Georgia.

Meteorologists are tracking a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado near Tifton, Georgia. The tornado-warned storm is moving eastward at 45 mph. Tift and Worth counties in South Georgia are under a Tornado Warning until 5:15 p.m.

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WeatherSTEM cameras are keeping watch over Florida State University where a Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for several counties in the Florida Panhandle, including Leon County, FL. Damaging winds and cloud-to-ground lightning will be possible over the next hour.

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The FOX Weather 3D Radar is tracking a pair of tornado-warned storms in South Georgia. Mitchell, Colquitt and Worth counties in South Georgia are under a Tornado Warning as a line of severe storms moves eastward.

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Meteorologists are tracking a dangerous storm with a history of producing a tornado in parts of South Carolina. Both Bamberg and Orangeburg counties in South Carolina are under a Tornado Warning.

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Radar is showing strong rotation and even debris in Allendale County, SC that meteorologists say is likely from a tornado. Bamberg, Orangeburg and Allendale counties are under a Tornado Warning because of the dangerous storm.

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The FOX Weather 3D Radar is tracking a line of severe thunderstorms capable of producing tornadoes from around Albany, Georgia through Macon, Georgia. The line of storms is moving eastward is producing damaging winds, heavy rainfall and the potential for tornadoes.

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A Tornado Watch has been issued for parts South Carolina and Georgia until 9 p.m. A line strong to severe thunderstorms is moving across Georgia during the evening hours.

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Meteorologists are tracking a tornado-warned storm moving from Georgia into South Carolina. A Tornado Warning has been issued for areas around Sylvania, GA and Fairfax, SC

Severe storms rolled through parts of Alabama on Tuesday morning producing heavy rainfall and gusty winds.

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Warning for Early, Miller and Baker counties in Southwest Georgia until 4 p.m. EST.

In addition to the threat for severe weather, the storms are capable of producing several inches of rain in a short time period. Street flooding was reported near the Florida-Alabama line.

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The National Weather Service in Birmingham said Alabama Power will begin gate operations at Martin Dam about 2:30 p.m. Tuesday.

This is due in part to Alabama Power's flood control procedure. 

Those downstream of the dam should stay informed of revised river forecasts for the lower Tallapoosa and Alabama rivers, the NWS said.

Tornadoes, hail and damaging winds are possible in the storm-weary South this week, making for the third week in a row of severe weather for the region.

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The sun is out in Newton, Mississippi, hours after severe storms slammed the area. Crews are working to restore power and running water.

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The Mississippi Department of Transportation posted footage of a suspected tornado passing their district office in Newton.

"Despite the rough conditions, our crews have been out since early morning hours working to get roads open for drivers as quickly and safely as possible," the department said in a tweet.

Patrons exit the course as play is suspended due to inclement weather during a practice round prior to the Masters at Augusta National Golf Club on April 05, 2022 in Augusta, Georgia. (Photo by David Cannon/Getty Images)

Due to severe weather across the region, organizers with The Masters have canceled Tuesday's practice round and gates will remain closed.

The Augusta National Golf Club was forced to suspend play and evacuate the grounds at 10:55 a.m. Eastern.

Purchasers of Tuesday's practice round tickets will be guaranteed the opportunity to purchase the same tickets next year.

"The safety of everyone at Augusta National was the determining factor in the decision to suspend Tuesday's Practice Round and evacuate the grounds," said Fred S. Ridley, chairman of Augusta National Golf Club and the Masters Tournament. "We share in the disappointment of our patrons, though we look forward to welcoming them back next year."

Video on Twitter shows students at Auburn University seeking shelter from a tornado-warned storm on Tuesday.

The areas has since been given the all clear and normal university operations have resumed.

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Just over 23,000 people are without power in Alabama and Mississippi due to severe storms, according to PowerOutage.us . About another 25,000 remain without power in Texas due to earlier severe storms.

The FOX Forecast Center is no longer referring to this as a possible tornado.

Initially, this appeared to be a tornado. After further review, FOX Weather believes it to be a rain curtain moving from left to right across the screen.

"There’s no visible rotation to support the idea that it is a tornado. And, the 'power flash' that the on-camera meteorologists initially referred to appears to be simply lightning," FOX Weather meteorologist Mike Rawlins said. "A power flash would have appeared much smaller on the screen, originating from the ground."

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Possible tornado crosses Mississippi highway in dramatic video live on FOX Weather

Traffic cameras captured video of a possible tornado crossing a highway in Collins, Mississippi, early Tuesday morning.

UPDATE: Tornado Warning has ended and all clear given

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Campus officials at Auburn University's main campus in Alabama have asked students and faculty to seek shelter immediately after a Tornado Warning was issued until 12:15 p.m. Central.

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NOAA's Storm Prediction Center has issued the following severe weather watches:

A Tornado Watch is valid until 2 p.m. Central time for southeastern Mississippi, southern Alabama and the Florida Panhandle. This watch area includes Biloxi and Gulfport in Mississippi, Montgomery and Mobile in Alabama and Pensacola and Panama City in Florida.

A Tornado Watch is valid until 7 p.m. Eastern time for Middle and South Georgia, including Albany, Columbus and Macon.

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Severe weather, including apparent tornadoes, moved across Mississippi early Tuesday morning and brought down trees and power lines, forcing officials to close roads while crews worked to clear debris.

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Roads blocked, flooding reported after severe storms, apparent tornadoes sweep across Mississippi

Severe weather, including apparent tornadoes, moved across Mississippi early Tuesday morning and brought down trees and power lines, forcing officials to close roads while crews worked to clear debris.

FOX Weather's Nicole Valdes is in Newton, Mississippi, with a look at some of the damage left behind by severe weather on Tuesday.

Stunning footage shows flooding near Dallas, Texas on Tuesday. Some residents in McKinney needed to be rescued from floodwaters on Monday night.

Documentation and receipts are some of the most important things when it comes to storm damage insurance claims.

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Tornadoes can cause damage wherever they touch down. Sometimes it’s a felled tree or roof damage. Other times entire towns are leveled.

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The National Weather Service in Mobile has issued a Tornado Warning for southeastern Butler County and central Crenshaw County until 11:15 a.m. Central. 

This includes cities like Luverne, Rutledge and Petrey.

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Storm damage around Newton, Mississippi, shows trees knocked down along U.S. Highway 80 near the Mississippi Department of Transportation office along Morgan Field Road.

Structural damage was also noted as a carport became detached and smashed a vehicle at a home. Numerous large oak trees were also uprooted and snapped as well.

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The 5-point severe thunderstorm risk category scale explained

When severe weather is lurking in the neighborhood, you'll likely see social media posts referencing "SPC" risks such as "Slight" or "Enhanced" or "Moderate."

When severe weather is lurking in the neighborhood, you'll likely see social media posts referencing "SPC" risks such as "Slight" or "Enhanced" or "Moderate". Here's what they mean:

FOX Weather Watcher Cary Longstaff shared this video of a flooded creek outside Forrest General Hospital in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.

The Hattiesburg Police Department issued a caution to drivers along Bay Street because the roadway was flooded.

The National Weather Service in Jackson said showers and thunderstorms producing heavy rain will continue to move across the forecast area through Tuesday morning, with a potential for heavy rain across far southern parts of the area continuing into the afternoon hours.

Localized flash flooding is possible, especially where multiple storms move over the same areas.

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Do you know the safest area to go in your home or apartment in case a tornado hits? It’s important to know where your safe place is before danger hits to better protect you and your family. 

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This is the lifecycle of a tornado

There are four stages in the lifecycle of a tornado. We’ll walk you through each one.

Although every tornado is different, there are certain conditions required for a twister to develop. The lifecycle of a tornado can be explained in a series of four stages. Click here as FOX Weather discusses each stage.

Forecasters can generally forecast the threat of tornadoes, but where they touch down is still a bit unpredictable.

Preparing for a twister ahead of time can help you stay safe in the event one sweeps through your area.

Here are some steps you can take now to prepare for a future tornado.

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What you should do to prepare for tornadoes

Forecasters can generally forecast the threat of tornadoes, but where they touch down is still a bit unpredictable.

The National Weather Service in Mobile, Alabama, has issued a Tornado Warning for northern Clarke County and southwestern Wilcox County until 10 a.m. Central.

This includes Thomasville, Pine Hill and Coffeeville.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation said both directions of U.S. Highway 80 between Interstate 20 and State Route 15 in Newton County are blocked by storm debris.

Drivers should plan an alternate route until the roadway is clear for travel.

FOX Weather Watcher Ken Michaels shared this video of storms moving through Whynot, Mississippi.

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First responders with the Mississippi Department of Transportation cleared storm debris from U.S. Highway 80 in Newton County on Tuesday morning.

The National Weather Service has issued a tornado warning for Jones County, Mississippi until 8:15 a.m. Central time.

When severe weather is happening, meteorologists at the National Weather Service use a variety of statements to keep you informed about the dangers you could face. Some of them are more urgent than others, and knowing the differences in each of them can help you stay safe.

Click here to take a closer look at the terms used.

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A squall line of strong to severe thunderstorms is currently charging eastward through the Deep South, prompting several Severe Thunderstorm Warnings. Damaging wind gusts are the primary threat, including the risk of a few gusts to 75 mph. A few tornadoes and isolated large hail are also possible.

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Preparing for a tornado ahead of time can help you stay safe in the event one sweeps through your area. FOX Weather Senior Digital Content Producer and Meteorologist Aaron Barker discusses steps people can take to prepare for a tornado. 

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Tornado Watches issued for 7 million as severe thunderstorms threaten storm-fatigued South through Wednesday

Severe thunderstorms packing damaging winds, large hail and tornadoes are rumbling across the storm-fatigued South, targeting some of the same areas that were on the receiving end of multiday severe weather outbreaks over the past two weeks.

Severe thunderstorms packing damaging winds, large hail and tornadoes will rumble across the storm-fatigued South through Wednesday.

Damaging straight-line winds will by far be the main threat. Gusts to 70 mph are likely and some gusts may top 80 mph. A few tornado spin-ups are likely as well.

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Tornado warnings have been issued in Mississippi on Tuesday morning.

The first was issued for Scott County and was in effect until 7:15 a.m. Central. The National Weather Service confirmed that a tornado was on the ground in the area. People should seek shelter immediately. That warning was extended into Newton County until 7:45 a.m.

The second was issued for Covington and Jefferson Davis counties until 7:45 a.m. This radar-indicated tornado was expected to move near Clem, Lone Star, Mount Olive and Collins. People should seek shelter immediately.