According to KAMC, the National Weather Service storm prediction center has labeled this afternoon's weather situation in Lubbock and east of Lubbock a "particularly dangerous situation."

"Particularly Dangerous Situation" (PDS) Tornado Watch is issued where there's a high threat for very severe and life-threatening weather.

Lubbock is currently in the "enhanced" risk area for severe weather while eastern portions of the South Plains are in the "moderate" and "high" risk areas.

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The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for Lubbock and eastern South Plains counties until 8 p.m.


The greatest risk of tornadoes seems to be northeast of Lubbock.

Alex O'Brien with KAMC says that areas around Childress, Turkey, Matador, and Paducah have a 45 percent chance of seeing a tornado.

Severe weather is expected to develop this afternoon and continue tonight.

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