South Dakota Extreme Tornado Warning | Effective 07/02/2026 13:34

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued July 2 at 3:34PM CDT until July 2 at 4:00PM CDT by NWS Sioux Falls SD
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
July 2, 2026 - 1:34pm
Expires: 
July 2, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description: 
At 333 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 7 miles northeast of Gann Valley, or 25 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 northwestern Jerauld 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. 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: 
Jerauld, SD
Forcast Office: 
NWS Sioux Falls SD