San Francisco, Saturday:
The National Weather Service (NWS) issued its first tornado warning for San Francisco on Saturday morning. The warning is considered unprecedented in the city’s history. The warning was issued at 5:56 a.m. after radar detected possible tornado activity near San Francisco, South San Francisco, and the Pacifica area.
Expert opinion:
According to ABC7 News meteorologist Lisa Argen, “These events are extremely rare in the history of this area. The last time such a warning was seen was in the 1980s.”
Although the NWS lifted the warning at around 6:07, it is stated that the risk of possible flooding due to heavy rains remains. Citizens are advised to remain vigilant and follow the information coming from local administrations.
Request to be vigilant
This phenomenon is also believed to be linked to climate change. Experts have advised San Francisco residents to take necessary precautions and be prepared for any emergency.
Conclusion
This warning, which was the first of its kind in San Francisco, has caught locals by surprise. Such incidents have once again highlighted the serious impacts of climate change.
(Author: Jeetu Dahit | Published Date: 2024-12-15)