Illinois Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 06/25/2026 18:39

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 25 at 8:39PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 25, 2026 - 6:39pm
Expires: 
June 25, 2026 - 7:15pm
Description: 
At 839 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Vienna, moving northeast at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include... Vienna, Lake Of Egypt Area, Cypress, New Burnside, Buncombe, Belknap, and Simpson. This includes Interstate 24 in Illinois between Mile Markers 6 and 22.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description: 
Johnson
Forcast Office: 
NWS Paducah KY