South Dakota Tornado Warning | Effective 05/17/2026 13:50

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued May 17 at 3:50PM CDT until May 17 at 4:15PM CDT by NWS Sioux Falls SD
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
May 17, 2026 - 1:50pm
Expires: 
May 17, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description: 
At 349 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Hurley, or 12 miles south of Parker, moving east at 50 mph. HAZARD...Tornado and golf 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. Locations impacted include... Centerville, Viborg, Hurley, and Davis.
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: 
Turner, SD; Yankton, SD
Forcast Office: 
NWS Sioux Falls SD