Storm Event Report
Benton, IA Hail and Wind Storm Report
May 18, 2026 | Benton, Ringgold County, IA | 2026-05-18 severe weather window
Benton, IA storm report for 2026-05-18. We found 0 hail reports (max none measured) and 1 wind/tornado reports (peak none measured, including 1 tornado reports).
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Impacted Places
Benton
Hail Stats
- Reports
- 0
- Severe Reports
- 0
Wind Stats
- Reports
- 1
- Tornado Reports
- 1
Verified Event Log (5-Year Window)
| Date | Hazard | Intensity | Distance | Location | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-18 | tornado | Tornado UNK | - | Benton, IA | NOAA SPC |
Emergency manager confirms tornado on the ground. Time estimated via radar. (DMX)
Report Highlights
- Benton recorded 0 hail reports on 2026-05-18.
- 1 wind/tornado reports were also observed in the same convective window.
- Benton recorded 1 wind/tornado reports on 2026-05-18.
- 0 hail reports provide companion context for mixed-hazard risk.
Data & Methodology
- Noaa Spc
- 1
- Derived from NOAA SPC daily severe weather reports.
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Timeline
2026-05-18T23:56:00Z
Tornado Tornado UNK
Emergency manager confirms tornado on the ground. Time estimated via radar. (DMX)