Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 23 at 8:17PM CDT until April 23 at 8:30PM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 23, 2026 - 6:17pm
Expires:
April 23, 2026 - 6:30pm
Description:
At 816 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Pleasant Hill, moving east at 25 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.
This dangerous storm will be near...
Altoona around 820 PM CDT.
This includes Interstate 80 near mile marker 146.
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.
Tornadoes are extremely difficult to see and confirm at night. Do not
wait to see or hear the tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
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:
Polk, IA
Forcast Office:
NWS Des Moines IA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov