Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 14 at 6:55PM CDT until April 14 at 7:15PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 14, 2026 - 4:55pm
Expires:
April 14, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 653 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Canton, or 16 miles east of Anamosa, moving east at
35 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and ping pong ball size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. However, at 653 PM CDT, hail the
size of ping pong balls was reported north of Onslow.
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...
Canton around 700 PM CDT.
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.
Area Description:
Jones, IA
Forcast Office:
NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov