Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 2 at 6:21PM CDT until April 2 at 6:30PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 2, 2026 - 4:21pm
Expires:
April 2, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 621 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Dixon, moving northeast at 45 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 tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of
northwestern Lee and southwestern Ogle Counties, including the
following locations... Woosung and Grand Detour.
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.
Area Description:
Lee, IL; Ogle, IL
Forcast Office:
NWS Chicago IL
Sender: