Illinois Extreme Tornado Warning | Effective 07/03/2026 16:41

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued July 3 at 6:41PM CDT until July 3 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
July 3, 2026 - 4:41pm
Expires: 
July 3, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
At 641 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Winnebago, or near Byron, moving east at 20 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. This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of northeastern Ogle and southwestern Winnebago Counties.
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: 
Ogle, IL; Winnebago, IL
Forcast Office: 
NWS Chicago IL