Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 31 at 6:15PM CDT until May 31 at 6:45PM CDT by NWS Sioux Falls SD
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 31, 2026 - 4:15pm
Expires:
May 31, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 614 PM CDT, a confirmed tornado was located over Bridgewater, or
14 miles west of Lake Vermillion State Recreation Area, moving
northeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Damaging tornado and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Weather spotters confirmed tornado. Storm chasers show a
tornado on a live stream northeast of Bridgewater.
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 tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of
southwestern McCook County.
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.
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description:
McCook, SD
Forcast Office:
NWS Sioux Falls SD
Sender: