Tornado Warning — Starke County, Indiana
A tornado has been sighted or indicated by weather radar. Take shelter immediately in a sturdy building, away from windows.
Current Status
🌪️ Active: Tornado Warning
Tornado Warning issued August 11 at 12:39PM EDT until August 11 at 1:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
At 1238 PM EDT/1138 AM CDT/, a severe squall line capable of producing both tornadoes and extensive straight line wind damage was located along a line extending from near North Judson to Francesville, moving east at 50 mph. HAZARD...Tornadoes and wind gusts in excess of 80 MPH. 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... Winamac around 1245 PM EDT. Other locations impacted by these tornadic storms include Beardstown, Ober, English Lake, Oak Grove, Vanmeter Park, Lakeside In Pulaski County, Denham, Brems, Ripley, and Pulaski.
Effective August 11, 2026 at 12:39 PM ET · Expires August 11, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Tornado Warning
Severity
extreme
Issued By
NWS Northern Indiana
Expires
August 11, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
Last Checked
35 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
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.
Also In Effect For
This same Tornado Warning also covers:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Tornado Warning mean for Starke County, Indiana?
A tornado has been sighted or indicated by weather radar. Take shelter immediately in a sturdy building, away from windows.
Is this Tornado Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (35 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 11, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Tornado Warning alerts for Starke County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Tornado Warning is also in effect for Pulaski County.