Tornado Warning Illinois | Effective 04/03/2026 16:52

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued April 3 at 6:52PM CDT until April 3 at 7:15PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
April 3, 2026 - 4:52pm
Expires: 
April 3, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description: 
At 652 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Manito, or 10 miles northwest of Mason City, moving east at 25 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... Green Valley and San Jose around 705 PM CDT. Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Forest City.
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