Headline:
Tornado Warning issued September 17 at 1:34AM EDT until September 17 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
September 16, 2026 - 10:34pm
Expires:
September 16, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
At 134 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Marion, moving southeast at 30 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...
Marion and Gas City around 140 AM EDT.
Upland around 145 AM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Home
Corner, Lake Wood, and Arcana.
This includes Interstate 69 in Indiana between mile markers 259 and
265.
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:
Grant, IN
Forcast Office:
NWS Northern Indiana
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov