South Dakota Extreme Tornado Warning | Effective 07/02/2026 14:12

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued July 2 at 4:12PM CDT until July 2 at 4:30PM CDT by NWS Aberdeen SD
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
July 2, 2026 - 2:12pm
Expires: 
July 2, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description: 
At 412 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 8 miles southeast of Danforth, or 25 miles southeast of Miller, moving northeast at 10 mph. HAZARD...Tornado and half dollar 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 southeastern Hand 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: 
Hand, SD
Forcast Office: 
NWS Aberdeen SD