Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 14 at 6:47PM CDT until April 14 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 14, 2026 - 4:47pm
Expires:
April 14, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
At 647 PM CDT, a severe squall line capable of producing both
tornadoes and extensive straight line wind damage was located over
Massey, or 7 miles southeast of Dubuque, moving east at 40 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 tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of
southeastern Dubuque County, including the following locations...
Swiss Valley Park, Lock And Dam 11, Key West, Dubuque Regional
Airport, Center Grove, Massey, Rockdale, and Mines of Spain.
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.
If a tornado or other severe weather is spotted, report it to the
National Weather Service or your local nearest law enforcement agency
who will send your report. This act may save lives of others in the
path of dangerous weather.
This cluster of thunderstorms is capable of producing tornadoes and
widespread significant wind damage. Do not wait to see or hear the
tornado. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest
floor of a building.
Area Description:
Dubuque, IA
Forcast Office:
NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov