Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 18 at 7:21PM CDT until May 18 at 7:45PM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 18, 2026 - 5:21pm
Expires:
May 18, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 720 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Beaconsfield, or 9 miles northeast of Mount Ayr,
moving northeast at 40 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...
Grand River and Beaconsfield around 725 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Grand
River, Mt Ayr Municipal Airport, Ellston, Tingley, Beaconsfield, and
Kellerton.
This includes Interstate 35 between mile markers 15 and 18.
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:
Clarke, IA; Decatur, IA; Ringgold, IA; Union, IA
Forcast Office:
NWS Des Moines IA
Sender: