Urgent Alert: Tornado Warning Declared for Portions of Massachusetts

Residents across parts of Massachusetts are urged to remain vigilant as a severe weather system has prompted an official tornado warning. Issued for specific areas within Middlesex and Worcester counties, this alert signifies an immediate threat from rapidly developing thunderstorms capable of producing a tornado.

The National Weather Service has pinpointed several towns directly in the path of this potential danger.

Communities such as Marlborough, Hudson, Southborough, Stow, Bolton, Berlin, Northborough, Westborough, Hopkinton, and Boylston are among those placed under the active warning. Authorities are emphasizing the critical importance of preparedness and swift action for everyone in these regions.

This warning is not to be taken lightly.

Residents are advised to seek immediate shelter in an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Basements, interior hallways, or bathrooms away from windows offer the best protection. For those in mobile homes or vehicles, finding a more substantial shelter or lying down in a ditch or other low-lying area and covering your head is recommended, though a sturdy building is always preferable.

Emergency services are closely monitoring the situation, and local officials are reminding citizens to stay informed through official channels like local news broadcasts, NOAA Weather Radio, and emergency alerts on their mobile devices.

The volatile nature of these storms means conditions can change rapidly, making constant vigilance essential.

The warning is expected to remain in effect until at least the late afternoon or early evening hours. Residents should also be prepared for potential secondary impacts, including severe thunderstorms, damaging winds, and heavy downpours which could lead to flash flooding.

Secure outdoor items, park vehicles away from trees, and prepare for potential power outages. Stay safe and follow all instructions from local authorities.