Headline:
Tornado Warning issued March 11 at 5:20AM CDT until March 11 at 5:30AM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
March 11, 2026 - 3:20am
Expires:
March 11, 2026 - 3:30am
Description:
At 520 AM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Nashville, moving east at 80 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
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.
Locations impacted include...
Elkton, Oakdale, Okawville, Cordes, Addieville, Frogtown,
Covington, Nashville, New Minden, Huegely, Beaucoup, Hoyleton,
Ashley, Irvington, Richview and Wamac.
This includes Interstate 64 in Illinois between exits 41 and 61.
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.
Tornadoes are difficult to observe at night. Take cover now!
Report severe weather to your nearest law enforcement agency or the
National Weather Service office in St Louis MO.
Area Description:
Washington, IL
Forcast Office:
NWS St Louis MO
Sender: