During a tornado warning in Fresno, California, storm chasers reported a likely twister touching down in Clovis, just north of the city in Fresno County.
Representational image. (Unsplash)
Later, local ABC News affiliate confirmed it as a tornado touchdown. Multiple people, meanwhile, reported that there was a massive super cell or a funnel cloud around Fresno which sparked the initial warning.
A photo of the likely twister near Clovis was shared on social media by a storm chaser. Here are they:
The report noted that the tornado was spotted near Shaw Avenue and Highway 99. Here’s the video:
This is a developing story.
Shamik is a journalist covering the United States for Hindustan Times. He has more than four years of experience reporting on US politics, sports, and major breaking stories across fast-moving cycles. He previously worked at Times Now and Sportskeeda, building strong newsroom instincts and digital storytelling skills. At HT.com, he focuses on day-to-day coverage of US political developments while also handling high-impact stories that demand speed, accuracy, clarity, and context under pressure. Shamik has extensive experience covering NFL game days over the past two years, coordinating live updates, analysis, and explainers. He is particularly drawn to large news moments such as US elections and the Super Bowl, where he thrives at the news desk working alongside the team. He holds degrees in Media Studies from Jamia Millia Islamia and English Literature from Jadavpur University. Before entering journalism, he briefly worked in digital marketing and political consultancy roles. Currently a Senior Content Producer at HT Digital, he is driven by curiosity, discipline, and a constant desire to explore new and obscure topics. Outside work, he enjoys reading, films, sports, and learning continuously.Read More
