Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 16 at 4:32PM CDT until May 16 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 16, 2026 - 2:32pm
Expires:
May 16, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
At 432 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 5 miles southeast of Salem, moving east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
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...
Helm around 450 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by the tornado include Iuka.
Instruction:
Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a well-built building
away from 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.
Area Description:
Marion, IL
Forcast Office:
NWS St Louis MO
Sender: