EF1 Tornado — Jones, Iowa

2025-07-11 · near Stone City, Jones, Iowa

7.5 mi

Path length

150 yds

Path width

Event narrative

This tornado developed just east of the Wapsipinicon River in Linn County and crossed into Jones County ending near U.S. Highway 151. Snapped large trees were found at a few locations, along with roof damage to a mobile home.

Wider weather episode

On July 11th, a line of severe thunderstorms moved across eastern Iowa and produced damaging straight-line winds, tornadoes and heavy rain. Rainfall totals of 2 to 4 inches fell in a few hours across the Quad Cities, on top of heavy rain from the previous night and caused major flash flooding in Davenport. A Considerable Flash Flood warning was issued at 5:26 PM followed by a Flash Flood Emergency at 6:16 PM.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1282002. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.