Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 14 at 5:16PM CDT until April 14 at 6:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 14, 2026 - 3:16pm
Expires:
April 14, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 516 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Winthrop, or 9 miles east of Independence, moving
east at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and tennis ball 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...
Lamont, Winthrop Golf Course, and Monti around 520 PM CDT.
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.
This storm has a history of producing tornadoes. Seek shelter now!
Area Description:
Buchanan, IA
Forcast Office:
NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Sender: