Headline:
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 15 at 5:38PM CDT until April 15 at 6:15PM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA
Event:
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 15, 2026 - 3:38pm
Expires:
April 15, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 538 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Chariton,
moving east at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Two inch hail and 60 mph wind gusts.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail
damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind
damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
Locations impacted include...
Chariton, Russell, Lovilia, Lucas, Williamson, Derby, Melrose,
Marysville, Red Haw Lake State Park, and Chariton Municipal Airport.
Instruction:
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 900 PM CDT for south central
Iowa.
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.
Area Description:
Lucas, IA; Marion, IA; Monroe, IA
Forcast Office:
NWS Des Moines IA
Sender: