Fresno tornado warning: Scary videos of likely twister northwest of ...
During a tornado warning in Fresno, California, storm chasers reported a likely twister touching down in Clovis, just north of the city in Fresno County.
www.hindustantimes.comHere’s the latest on the Fresno area tornado situation:
- A confirmed tornado touched down in California’s Central Valley near Fresno on April 21, 2026, with multiple reports of EF1 damage (winds around 86–110 mph) and downed trees and damaged structures. Officials cautioned about dangerous debris and urged sheltering in place.[4][5]
- The National Weather Service issued tornado warnings for parts of Fresno and Madera counties as the storm moved northeast, with advisories about staying in sturdy buildings and away from windows; some shelters-in-place were lifted once warnings expired.[2][3][9]
- Local outlets and national outlets reported the event affecting Fresno, Clovis, Bonadelle Ranchos-Madera Ranchos, and Friant, with some sources noting two tornadoes touched down in the area on that afternoon.[3][8][9]
- Video and live updates circulated showing the storm’s path and warning status, while authorities conducted damage assessments in the aftermath.[5][4]
If you want, I can pull together a concise timeline of events and a map of affected locations, or set up a brief alert checklist for Lisbon to stay informed about any new developments.