Tornado Warning Illinois | Effective 03/15/2026 18:07

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued March 15 at 8:07PM CDT until March 15 at 8:30PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
March 15, 2026 - 6:07pm
Expires: 
March 15, 2026 - 6:30pm
Description: 
At 806 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Olney, moving northeast at 45 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. This dangerous storm will be near... Olney around 810 PM CDT. Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Claremont and Calhoun.
Instruction: 
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. Tornadoes are extremely difficult to see and confirm at night. Do not wait to see or hear the tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Area Description: 
Richland, IL
Forcast Office: 
NWS Lincoln IL