South Dakota Extreme Tornado Warning | Effective 07/02/2026 16:26

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued July 2 at 6:26PM CDT until July 2 at 6:45PM CDT by NWS Sioux Falls SD
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
July 2, 2026 - 4:26pm
Expires: 
July 2, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description: 
At 626 PM CDT, a severe squall line capable of producing both tornadoes and extensive straight line wind damage was located near Madison, moving east at 45 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. These dangerous storms will be near... Wentworth around 630 PM CDT.
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. This cluster of thunderstorms is capable of producing tornadoes and widespread significant wind damage. Do not wait to see or hear the tornado. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.
Area Description: 
Lake, SD
Forcast Office: 
NWS Sioux Falls SD