Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 2 at 7:53PM CDT until April 2 at 8:15PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 2, 2026 - 5:53pm
Expires:
April 2, 2026 - 6:15pm
Description:
At 753 PM CDT, a severe squall line capable of producing both
tornadoes and extensive straight line wind damage was located along a
line extending from Camp Lake to Round Lake Beach, moving east at 55
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.
These dangerous storms will be near...
Waukegan, Gurnee, Zion, Antioch, Lindenhurst, Beach Park,
Grandwood Park, Wadsworth, and Venetian Village around 800 PM CDT.
Other locations in the path of these tornadic storms include Winthrop
Harbor.
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:
Lake, IL
Forcast Office:
NWS Chicago IL
Sender: