Special Weather Statement Illinois | Effective 03/31/2026 19:11

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued March 31 at 9:11PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
March 31, 2026 - 7:11pm
Expires: 
March 31, 2026 - 7:30pm
Description: 
At 911 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Alexander, or 12 miles east of Jacksonville, moving east at 30 mph. HAZARD...Penny size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include... Chatham, Alexander, New Berlin, Loami, Curran, and Berlin. This includes Interstate 72 between mile markers 75 and 92.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description: 
Morgan; Sangamon
Forcast Office: 
NWS Lincoln IL