Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 2 at 3:16PM CDT until April 2 at 4:00PM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 2, 2026 - 1:16pm
Expires:
April 2, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
At 316 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Ottumwa, moving northeast at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and ping pong ball 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 dangerous storm will be near...
Ottumwa and Agency around 320 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Agency.
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:
Wapello, IA
Forcast Office:
NWS Des Moines IA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov