Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 17 at 3:48PM CDT until April 17 at 4:15PM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 17, 2026 - 1:48pm
Expires:
April 17, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 348 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Holiday Lake, or 14 miles north of Montezuma, moving
east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and golf 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...
Hartwick around 355 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Victor, Hartwick, and Holiday Lake.
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:
Poweshiek, IA
Forcast Office:
NWS Des Moines IA
Sender: