Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 28 at 9:09PM CDT until April 28 at 9:45PM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 28, 2025 - 7:09pm
Expires:
April 28, 2025 - 7:45pm
Description:
At 909 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Anita, or 16 miles east of Atlantic, moving
northeast at 70 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Weather spotters reported a funnel cloud. At 905pm, a
funnel cloud was reported southwest of Anita.
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
northeastern Cass County, including the following locations... Anita,
Anita Municipal Airport, and Lake Anita State Park.
This includes Interstate 80 between mile markers 71 and 73.
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:
Cass, IA
Forcast Office:
NWS Des Moines IA