Story updated at 9:05 a.m.
The National Weather Service issued a tornado watch for the Auburn-Opelika area on Tuesday that will last until 1 p.m.
The tornado watch classification means tornadoes, damaging winds up to 60 mph and hail are possible.
Forecasters and experts are advising Alabamians to prepare now for severe weather and have a plan in place for taking shelter.
Greene Hall — located in the College of Veterinary Medicine — and Ralph Draughon Library are opened whenever a tornado watch is issued for Auburn University, day or night, for those who do not have a suitable place to shelter.
Campus Safety and Security said it will have precautions in place to help ensure social distancing.
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Eduardo Medina, senior in journalism, is the editor-in-chief of The Auburn Plainsman.
