Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 18 at 6:18PM CDT until May 18 at 6:45PM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 18, 2026 - 4:18pm
Expires:
May 18, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 618 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Hopkins, or 7 miles south of Bedford, moving
northeast at 30 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...
Bedford Municipal Airport around 625 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Lake
Of Three Fires State Park, Sharpsburg, Conway, New Market, Athelstan,
Bedford Municipal Airport, and Gravity.
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:
Taylor, IA
Forcast Office:
NWS Des Moines IA
Sender: