Indiana Extreme Tornado Warning | Effective 06/21/2026 17:26

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued June 21 at 8:26PM EDT until June 21 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
June 21, 2026 - 5:26pm
Expires: 
June 21, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description: 
At 825 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Columbus, moving northeast at 15 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, Hope, Hartsville, Clifford, and Newbern.
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; Decatur, IN; Shelby, IN
Forcast Office: 
NWS Indianapolis IN