South Dakota Extreme Tornado Warning | Effective 07/02/2026 15:03

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued July 2 at 5:03PM CDT until July 2 at 5:30PM CDT by NWS Sioux Falls SD
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
July 2, 2026 - 3:03pm
Expires: 
July 2, 2026 - 3:30pm
Description: 
At 502 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Forestburg, or 20 miles north of Mitchell, moving east at 35 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 western Sanborn 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: 
Sanborn, SD
Forcast Office: 
NWS Sioux Falls SD