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Two Tornadoes Strike Lyon County Amid Derecho Fury

8/3/2025

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On July 28, 2025, Lyon County, Iowa, faced the fury of two tornadoes amid a powerful derecho. An EF1 tornado, packing winds of 110 mph, wreaked havoc near Alvord, damaging farm buildings. Meanwhile, a second tornado, rated "EFU" for its minimal impact, added to the tense atmosphere as a warning was issued at 9:30 p.m.

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On July 28, 2025, Lyon County, Iowa, faced the fury of two tornadoes amid a powerful derecho. An EF1 tornado, packing winds of 110 mph, wreaked havoc near Alvord, damaging farm buildings. Meanwhile, a second tornado, rated "EFU" for its minimal impact, added to the tense atmosphere as a warning was issued at 9:30 p.m.