Following Saturday afternoon storms, tornado watch lifted in Centre County

A large part of Pennsylvania, including all of Centre County, was under a tornado watch for most of Saturday afternoon.

The watch was issued at about 1 p.m., originally through 8 p.m. By 6:30 p.m., after storms rolled through the area, the watch was lifted, along with a flood watch that had also been issued on Saturday.

According to Accuweather , the area may see evening showers and a heavy thunderstorm Saturday night, with flash flooding and damaging winds possible.

What is a tornado watch?

A tornado watch means a tornado is possible in or near the area. A watch generally covers a large area, likely multiple counties or even states, the weather service said . This is the time to be prepared and “review and discuss your emergency plans and check supplies and your safe room,” the NWS said.

A tornado warning indicates a tornado has been seen or indicated by radar and there is imminent danger to life or property, the NWS said. Residents should move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building and stay away from windows. Those in a mobile home, vehicle or who are outdoors should find shelter and protect themselves from flying debris, the NWS said.

Weather outlook for Ironman race

Sunday will be a “damp day for the triathlon,” according to Accuweather’s website, referring to the Ironman 70.3 Pennsylvania Happy Valley , which starts early Sunday morning at Bald Eagle State Park. With a high of 83 degrees, Accuweather expects it to be humid and cloudy in the State College area with thundershowers in the early afternoon.