Headline:
Tornado Warning issued July 2 at 1:40PM CDT until July 2 at 2:00PM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 2, 2026 - 11:40am
Expires:
July 2, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
At 140 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Ridgeway, or 7 miles southeast of Cresco, moving
east at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and quarter 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 tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of
west central Winneshiek County, including the following locations...
State Road 9 And 245th Street.
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.
Heavy rainfall may hide this tornado. Do not wait to see or hear the
tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
If a tornado or other severe weather is spotted, report it to the
National Weather Service or your local nearest law enforcement agency
who will send your report. This act may save lives of others in the
path of dangerous weather.
Area Description:
Winneshiek, IA
Forcast Office:
NWS La Crosse WI
Sender: