Tornado Warning Illinois | Effective 04/03/2026 16:09

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued April 3 at 6:09PM CDT until April 3 at 6:45PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
April 3, 2026 - 4:09pm
Expires: 
April 3, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description: 
TORILX The National Weather Service in Lincoln has issued a * Tornado Warning for... Southeastern Tazewell County in central Illinois... * Until 645 PM CDT. * At 609 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Hopedale, or 12 miles south of Morton, moving east at 15 mph. HAZARD...Tornado and hail up to two inches in diameter. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. This storm has a history of producing brief tornadoes. 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... Minier around 615 PM CDT. This includes Interstate 155 between mile markers 22 and 24.
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: 
Tazewell, IL
Forcast Office: 
NWS Lincoln IL