Tornado Warning Issued in Johnson and Linn, Iowa

Tornado Warning was issued by the for Johnson and Linn Counties in Iowa.

Tornado Warning

The alert was issued at 8:50 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 9:15 PM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as extreme. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as observed.

Storm Details

A severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Cedar Rapids Municipal Airport, or near Cedar Rapids, moving northeast at 50 mph

Hazards

Tornado

Potential 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 dangerous storm will be near. Cedar Rapids, Marion, Ely, Bertram, Marion Airport, and Wanatee Park around 855 PM CDT. Springville and Paralta around 900 PM CDT. Whittier around 905 PM CDT. This includes Interstate 380 between mile markers 10 and 23

Areas Affected

The warning covers Johnson and Linn Counties in Iowa.

Safety Information

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. Tornadoes are extremely difficult to see and confirm at night. Do not wait to see or hear the tornado. TAKE COVER NOW! This cluster of thunderstorms is capable of producing tornadoes and widespread significant wind damage. Do not wait to see or hear the tornado.…