Headline:
Tornado Warning issued July 20 at 4:51PM CDT until July 20 at 5:15PM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 20, 2026 - 2:51pm
Expires:
July 20, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
At 451 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Jewell Junction, or 11 miles southeast of Webster
City, moving southeast at 30 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.
This dangerous storm will be near...
Jewell Junction, Ellsworth, and Randall around 455 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Ellsworth, Kamrar, Randall, and Radcliffe.
This includes Interstate 35 between mile markers 129 and 138.
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:
Hamilton, IA; Hardin, IA
Forcast Office:
NWS Des Moines IA
Sender: