Headline:
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 17 at 7:05PM CDT until April 17 at 7:45PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Event:
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 17, 2026 - 5:05pm
Expires:
April 17, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 705 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line
extending from Tennessee to near Mendon, moving east at 40 mph.
HAZARD...70 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect considerable
tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to mobile homes,
roofs, and outbuildings.
Locations impacted include...
Littleton, Huntsville, Camden, Doddsville, and Weinberg King State
Park.
Instruction:
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM CDT for west central
Illinois.
Remain alert for a possible tornado! Tornadoes can develop quickly
from severe thunderstorms. If you spot a tornado go at once into the
basement or small central room in a sturdy structure. People outside
should move to a shelter, inside a strong building and away from
windows.
To report severe weather contact your nearest law enforcement agency.
They will send your report to the National Weather Service office in
Lincoln.
Area Description:
Schuyler, IL
Forcast Office:
NWS Lincoln IL
Sender: