Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 13 at 6:59PM CDT until April 13 at 7:30PM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 13, 2026 - 4:59pm
Expires:
April 13, 2026 - 5:30pm
Description:
At 659 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Graettinger, or 9 miles north of Emmetsburg, moving
east at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
This dangerous storm will be near...
Ringsted around 715 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Ringsted and Wolden County Park.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
Area Description:
Emmet, IA; Palo Alto, IA
Forcast Office:
NWS Des Moines IA
Sender: