Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 17 at 11:19PM CDT until May 17 at 11:45PM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 17, 2026 - 9:19pm
Expires:
May 17, 2026 - 9:45pm
Description:
At 1117 PM CDT, a severe squall line capable of producing both
tornadoes and extensive straight line wind damage was located along a
line extending from near Lime Springs to near Jerico, moving east 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...
Lime Springs around 1120 PM CDT.
Cresco and Protivin around 1125 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by these tornadic storms include Chester,
Vernon Springs County Park, Davis Corners, Maple Leaf, Vernon
Springs, Bonair, and County Roads V 58 And A 46.
Instruction:
Heavy rainfall may hide this tornado. Do not wait to see or hear the
tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Area Description:
Howard, IA
Forcast Office:
NWS La Crosse WI
Sender: