Indiana Extreme Tornado Warning | Effective 06/17/2026 19:54

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued June 17 at 10:54PM EDT until June 17 at 11:15PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
June 17, 2026 - 7:54pm
Expires: 
June 17, 2026 - 8:15pm
Description: 
At 1054 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 10 miles southwest of Columbus, moving east at 45 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. Locations impacted include... Columbus, Seymour, Jonesville, Cortland, Azalia, and Waymansville. This includes Interstate 65 between mile markers 48 and 64.
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: 
Bartholomew, IN; Jackson, IN; Jennings, IN
Forcast Office: 
NWS Indianapolis IN