Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 17 at 7:53PM CDT until May 17 at 8:15PM CDT by NWS Sioux Falls SD
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 17, 2026 - 5:53pm
Expires:
May 17, 2026 - 6:15pm
Description:
At 751 PM CDT, a confirmed tornado was located over Moville, or 17
miles east of Sioux City, moving northeast at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Damaging tornado and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Emergency management confirmed tornado. At 731 PM, a
tornado was reported in Salix.
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 tornado will be near...
Pierson around 755 PM CDT.
Instruction:
To repeat, a tornado is on the ground. 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.
Heavy rainfall may hide this tornado. Do not wait to see or hear the
tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Area Description:
Woodbury, IA
Forcast Office:
NWS Sioux Falls SD
Sender: