Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 18 at 4:43PM CDT until May 18 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 18, 2026 - 2:43pm
Expires:
May 18, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
At 443 PM CDT, a severe squall line capable of producing both
tornadoes and extensive straight line wind damage was located near
Brownville, or 12 miles west of Tarkio, moving northeast at 60 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and golf 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.
Locations impacted include...
Tarkio, Rock Port, Watson, and Phelps City.
This includes Interstate 29 between mile markers 108 and 123.
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.
This cluster of thunderstorms is capable of producing tornadoes and
widespread significant wind damage. Do not wait to see or hear the
tornado. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest
floor of a building.
Area Description:
Atchison, MO
Forcast Office:
NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO
Sender: