Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 23 at 8:57PM CDT until April 23 at 9:30PM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 23, 2026 - 6:57pm
Expires:
April 23, 2026 - 7:30pm
Description:
At 857 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Garden Grove, or 11 miles northeast of Leon, moving
northeast at 50 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...
Humeston around 900 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Garden
Grove, Humeston, Derby, and Allerton.
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.
Tornadoes are extremely difficult to see and confirm at night. Do not
wait to see or hear the tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Area Description:
Decatur, IA; Lucas, IA; Wayne, IA
Forcast Office:
NWS Des Moines IA
Sender: