Headline:
Tornado Warning issued August 19 at 5:40PM EDT until August 19 at 6:00PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
August 19, 2026 - 2:40pm
Expires:
August 19, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
At 540 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Muncie, moving east at 15 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.
Locations impacted include...
Muncie, Yorktown, and Ball State University.
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:
Delaware, IN
Forcast Office:
NWS Indianapolis IN
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov