South Dakota Extreme Tornado Warning | Effective 07/02/2026 13:14

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued July 2 at 3:14PM CDT until July 2 at 3:45PM CDT by NWS Aberdeen SD
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
July 2, 2026 - 1:14pm
Expires: 
July 2, 2026 - 1:45pm
Description: 
At 314 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Gann Valley, or 22 miles north of Kimball, moving northeast at 10 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. This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of east central Buffalo County.
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: 
Buffalo, SD
Forcast Office: 
NWS Aberdeen SD