Headline:
Tornado Warning issued June 5 at 10:37PM CDT until June 5 at 11:15PM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
June 5, 2026 - 8:37pm
Expires:
June 5, 2026 - 9:15pm
Description:
At 1037 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Pleasantville, or 9 miles northwest of Knoxville,
moving southeast at 5 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and ping pong 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...
Pleasantville around 1040 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.
Tornadoes are extremely difficult to see and confirm at night. Do not
wait to see or hear the tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Area Description:
Marion, IA; Warren, IA
Forcast Office:
NWS Des Moines IA
Sender: