Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 26 at 9:11PM CDT until April 26 at 9:45PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 26, 2026 - 7:11pm
Expires:
April 26, 2026 - 7:45pm
Description:
At 911 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Altamont, moving east at 15 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.
Locations impacted include...
Sherman, Sherwin, Faulkner, and Hallowell.
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!
Area Description:
Cherokee, KS
Forcast Office:
NWS Springfield MO
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov