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UPDATE: Heavy thunderstorms expected in Dawson County
Wind advisory remains in effect
Heavy rain
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A severe thunderstorm warning has been extended for areas including Dawson County Wednesday afternoon, according to an updated alert from the National Weather Service.  

The warning is set to last until 3:15 p.m. A severe thunderstorm was located moving east near the War Hill area at 50 mph and could bring 60 mph wind gust and quarter-sized hail to the area, the NWS warning stated. 

People can expect hail damage to vehicles and wind damage to roofs, siding and trees, the NWS alert stated. 

A wind advisory advisory also remains in effect through midnight on Thursday, Feb. 29. Sustained winds could reach 35-40 mph, according to the advisory. 

This story will be updated as more information becomes available.