Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 13 at 8:43PM CDT until April 13 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 13, 2026 - 6:43pm
Expires:
April 13, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
At 843 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Forest City Municipal Airport, or over Forest City,
moving east at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
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...
Forest City, Miller, and Pilot Knob State Park around 850 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Crystal Lake, Pilot Knob State Park, Forest City Municipal Airport,
Miller, and Hayfield.
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:
Hancock, IA; Winnebago, IA
Forcast Office:
NWS Des Moines IA
Sender: