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...A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 230 AM CST FOR NORTHEASTERN LIVINGSTON PARISH... At 216 AM CST, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Independence, or 9 miles southwest of Amite, moving east at 50 mph. HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of northeastern Livingston Parish. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris. Tornadoes are extremely difficult to see and confirm at night. Do not wait to see or hear the tornado. TAKE COVER NOW! TORNADO...RADAR INDICATED; MAX HAIL SIZE...1.00 IN