The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a tornado watch for the region until 11 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24.

What this means is that a line of strong thunderstorms is approaching from the south and west that could produce an isolated tornado. There is also a risk of damaging straight-line winds with gusts near 70 mph, NWS said.

Emergency officials are advising residents to stay away from windows during thunderstorms and head to the lowest floor of your home if a tornado warning is issued. To keep up with the latest conditions, visit www.weather.gov/phi.