Headline:
Tornado Warning issued June 17 at 8:55PM CDT until June 17 at 9:15PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
June 17, 2026 - 6:55pm
Expires:
June 17, 2026 - 7:15pm
Description:
At 855 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Wrights Corner, or 16 miles northeast of Vandalia,
moving east 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 tornado will be near...
St. Elmo and Wrights Corner around 900 PM CDT.
This includes Interstate 70 in Illinois near exit 76.
Instruction:
Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a well-built building
away from 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:
Fayette, IL
Forcast Office:
NWS St Louis MO
Sender: