Watches typically cover extensive areas, sometimes spanning multiple counties or states, and can remain in effect for several hours. During a watch, it's advisable to stay vigilant, monitor weather updates, and be prepared to seek shelter if conditions deteriorate.

The first round of a four-day severe weather cylce slammed into Tennessee Wednesday night into Thursday morning killing at least four people.

Tornadoes are sweeping across areas of the South and Midwest of the United States, leaving a trail of destruction and tens of thousands of homes without power. Flash flooding is expected to follow the violent storms as the National Weather Service warns of a threat to life.

The National Weather Service issued 10 tornado warnings in Southeast Missouri on April 2, with one EF-2 tornado confirmed. The storm caused structural damage but no injuries were reported.

For a replay of WOWK’s live coverage of the warning, click here. (WOWK) – Our StormTracker 13 Team is live on air and online as a Tornado Warning is in effect in part of our viewing

People in the warning areas are urged to seek shelter inside a sturdy building and stay away from windows until the threat is over.

On Thursday at 4:59 p.m. an updated tornado warning was issued by the National Weather Service in effect until 5:30 p.m. for Lauderdale County.

While most of the damage was likely caused by harsh, straight-line winds, they will be checking to see if tornadoes may have touched down.