Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 17 at 3:18PM CDT until April 17 at 3:30PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 17, 2026 - 1:18pm
Expires:
April 17, 2026 - 1:30pm
Description:
At 318 PM CDT, a confirmed tornado was located near Woodbine, or 17
miles north of Mount Carroll, moving east at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Damaging tornado and golf ball size hail.
SOURCE...Law enforcement confirmed tornado between Stockton and
Elizabeth.
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 tornado will be near...
Apple River Canyon State Park around 325 PM CDT.
Instruction:
To repeat, a tornado is on the ground. 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.
Heavy rainfall may hide this tornado. Do not wait to see or hear the
tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
If a tornado or other severe weather is spotted, report it to the
National Weather Service or your local nearest law enforcement agency
who will send your report. This act may save lives of others in the
path of dangerous weather.
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description:
Jo Daviess, IL; Stephenson, IL
Forcast Office:
NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Sender: