Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 17 at 2:37PM CDT until April 17 at 3:15PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 17, 2026 - 12:37pm
Expires:
April 17, 2026 - 1:15pm
Description:
At 236 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms capable of producing tornadoes
were located along a line extending from near St. Donatus to near
Andrew, moving east at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
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.
These dangerous storms will be near...
Bellevue, Springbrook, Smiths, Spruce Creek Park, and Bellevue
State Park around 240 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.
Area Description:
Jackson, IA
Forcast Office:
NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov