Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 18 at 5:16PM CDT until May 18 at 6:00PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 18, 2026 - 3:16pm
Expires:
May 18, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 516 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 3 miles southwest of Blanchard, or 9 miles northeast of
Tarkio, moving northeast at 35 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...
Blanchard around 520 PM CDT.
College Springs around 525 PM CDT.
Other locations in the path of this tornadic thunderstorm include
Braddyville and Shambaugh.
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:
Page, IA
Forcast Office:
NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Sender: