Minnesota Tornado Warning | Effective 05/17/2026 16:43

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued May 17 at 6:43PM CDT until May 17 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Sioux Falls SD
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
May 17, 2026 - 4:43pm
Expires: 
May 17, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
At 642 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Brewster, or 11 miles east of Worthington, moving east at 35 mph. HAZARD...Tornado and quarter 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... Heron Lake around 645 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.
Area Description: 
Jackson, MN
Forcast Office: 
NWS Sioux Falls SD