North Texas is under a tornado watch until Sunday morning, according to the NWS

A tornado warning was issued by the NWS Fort Worth TX at 1 a.m. Sunday and was in effect until 7 a.m. The watch applies to Bosque, Collin, Comanche, Coryell, Dallas, Delta, Denton, Ellis, Erath, Fannin, Grayson, Hamilton, Hill, Hood, Hopkins, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Lamar, Lampasas, McLennan, Mills, Parker, Rockwall, Somervell and Tarrant.

This watch lasts until 7 a.m

Ways to protect yourself during a tornado

According to the NWS, acting quickly is the key to safety during a tornado. Stay tuned to local news or a NOAA weather radio for continuous updates on tornado watches and warnings.

• If you are indoors: If you are in a tornado warning, go to your basement, safe room or an indoor area away from windows. Don't forget pets if time permits.

• If you are at work or school: Move calmly and quickly to the assigned tornado shelter location according to your tornado drill. Stay away from windows and avoid seeking refuge in large open areas such as cafeterias, gymnasiums, or lecture halls.

• If you are outside: In the face of an approaching tornado, seek shelter in a sturdy building. Note that sheds, storage units, RVs, and tents are not safe alternatives.

• If you are in a vehicle: It is not safe to be in a vehicle during a tornado. The best thing to do is drive to the nearest animal shelter. If it is not possible to find safe shelter, either get into your car and protect your head, or abandon your vehicle and seek shelter in a lower area such as a ditch or ravine.

Have you put together an emergency kit for tornado scenarios?

The Federal Emergency Management Agency recommends keeping the following items in a basic disaster supply kit:

• Water, one gallon per person for at least three days

• Food, at least for three days

• Cell phone with chargers and a backup battery

• Battery operated or hand crank operated radio

• Flashlight

• First aid kit

• Whistle

• Dust mask to filter contaminated air

• Plastic sheets and tape for shelter

• Wet cloths, garbage bags and plastic ties

• Manual food can opener

• Local maps

Source: The National Weather Service