A warning covering an area with about 2,200 residents told people to take shelter because flying debris was expected.

The National Weather Service issued the warning for northern Tehema County and southern central Shasta County, but it expired at 6 p.m. The agency then issued a special weather statement cautioning residents in Shingletown, Lyonsville, Paynes Creek and Manton about a strong thunderstorm that would impact the areas through 7 p.m.

A tornado touched down in Northern California's Tehama County on Friday, weather officials confirmed. According to the National Weather Service, a tornado accompanied by quarter-sized hail was spotted around 5:18 p.