Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 26 at 11:07PM CDT until April 26 at 11:30PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 26, 2026 - 9:07pm
Expires:
April 26, 2026 - 9:30pm
Description:
At 1106 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Diamond, or 7 miles southeast of Carthage, moving
east at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and two inch 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.
Locations impacted include...
Carthage, Monett, Sarcoxie, Pierce City, Duenweg, Diamond, Fidelity,
Stotts City, Wentworth, Avilla, La Russell, Reeds, Atlas, and Red
Oak.
This includes Interstate 44 between mile markers 12 and 39.
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:
Jasper, MO; Lawrence, MO; Newton, MO
Forcast Office:
NWS Springfield MO
Sender: