Headline:
Tornado Warning issued August 7 at 5:23PM CDT until August 7 at 5:45PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
August 7, 2026 - 3:23pm
Expires:
August 7, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 522 PM CDT, a severe squall line capable of producing both
tornadoes and extensive straight line wind damage was located over
Linn County Fairgrounds, or 15 miles west of Anamosa, moving
southeast at 55 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...
Whittier, Waubeek, and Matsell Bridge Natural Area around 530 PM
CDT.
This includes Interstate 380 between mile markers 31 and 32.
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.
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description:
Linn, IA
Forcast Office:
NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov