Ringgold County Emergency Management

06/01/2026

Western Iowa could see a few isolated thunderstorms this afternoon, but the rest of the state will remain dry. While we don’t expect much severe weather, any storms that form could produce small hail, gusty winds, and heavy rain! Make sure to stay weather aware if you have any outdoor activities planned for this afternoon and early evening!

06/01/2026

Location will now be the courthouse until 7 pm.

05/28/2026

05/23/2026

⛈️ Were you affected by the severe weather events on May 15th or after?

Governor Kim Reynolds has issued a disaster proclamation for Ringgold County in response to the multiple severe weather events that impacted our area last weekend.

🚨 Governor Reynolds’ proclamation allows state resources to be utilized to respond to and recover from the effects of this severe weather and activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program and the Disaster Case Advocacy Program for affected counties. The proclamation is effective immediately and will remain in effect for 30 days unless terminated or extended.

🏠 The Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program provides grants up to $7,000 for households with incomes up to 200 percent of the federal poverty level. Grants are available for:
• Home or car repairs
• Replacement of personal property or food
• Temporary housing expenses

🧾 Original receipts are required for those seeking reimbursement for actual expenses related to storm recovery.

🤝 The Disaster Case Advocacy Program addresses serious needs related to disaster-related hardship, injury, or adverse conditions. Disaster case advocates work with clients to create a disaster recovery plan and provide guidance, advice, and referrals to obtain services or resources. There are no income eligibility requirements for this program, and it closes 180 days from the date of the governor’s proclamation.

📸 Residents who experienced damage are encouraged to document damages, take photos, and report impacts to local officials as additional damage assessments continue.

⚠️ Please continue to use caution around damaged areas, downed power lines, flooded roadways, and debris. Never drive through flooded roads.

📝 The Disaster Assistance Request Form and instructions can be found on the Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management website, homelandsecurity.iowa.gov/assistance

🔗 For more information on disaster-related programs and resources available to Iowans, visit the Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management Department website, Homelandsecurity.iowa.gov. To learn more about the types of disasters that can occur in Iowa and for preparedness information, visit ready.iowa.gov


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The IIAGP and DCA programs are activated when the Governor issues a disaster proclamation turning on IIAGP and DCA for the affected counties.

05/21/2026

If you suffered from water damage due to Monday's storm, please reach out to me ASAP. Thank you!

***Please send me your address and contact information

05/19/2026

Ringgold Co Alert:

Flash Flood Warning issued May 18 at 9:17PM CDT until May 19 at 3:15AM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA

05/19/2026

TORNADO WARNING until 8 pm

05/19/2026

Tornado Warning for...
Southern Ringgold County in south central Iowa...
Southeastern Taylor County in southwestern Iowa...

* Until 800 PM CDT.

* At 716 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Blockton, or 14 miles southeast of Bedford, moving
northeast at 30 mph.

HAZARD...Tornado.

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.

* This dangerous storm will be near...
Blockton and Redding around 720 PM CDT.
Maloy and Delphos around 725 PM CDT.
Benton around 730 PM CDT.
Mount Ayr around 740 PM CDT.
Mt Ayr Municipal Airport around 745 PM CDT.

Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Delphos, Redding, Maloy, Mt Ayr Municipal Airport, Benton, Blockton,
and Athelstan.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

05/19/2026

Ringgold County Alert:

Tornado Warning issued May 18 at 7:06PM CDT until May 18 at 7:45PM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA@

05/18/2026

The National Weather Service in Des Moines has issued a
* Tornado Warning for Western Ringgold County in south central Iowa.
* Until 730 PM CDT.