The tornado that began in southern Marion County at approximately 5 PM Monday has been classified as an EF-3.
The National Weather Service reports that the tornado continued into Lucas and Monroe Counties, and hit an estimated peak wind of 142 mph when it destroyed a home west of Lovilia. Monroe County officials estimate that it caused several million dollars worth of damage in Albia. The tornado is estimated to have been 440 yards wide, and was on the ground for over 25 miles.