Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 3 at 5:43PM CDT until April 3 at 6:00PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 3, 2026 - 3:43pm
Expires:
April 3, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 543 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Green Valley, or 8 miles south of Pekin, moving
northeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and two inch 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 dangerous storm will be near...
South Pekin around 550 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Powerton.
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:
Mason, IL; Tazewell, IL
Forcast Office:
NWS Lincoln IL
Sender: