Illinois Tornado Warning | Effective 04/15/2026 18:42

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued April 15 at 8:42PM CDT until April 15 at 9:15PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
April 15, 2026 - 6:42pm
Expires: 
April 15, 2026 - 7:15pm
Description: 
At 842 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Marston, or 8 miles north of Aledo, moving east at 25 mph. HAZARD...Tornado and half dollar 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. Locations impacted include... Reynolds, Taylor Ridge, Hamlet, Edgington, Marston, Gingle Corners, Aledo Mercer County Airport, Shale City, Wanlock and Old Gilchrist.
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. This storm has a history of producing tornadoes. Seek shelter now!
Area Description: 
Mercer, IL; Rock Island, IL
Forcast Office: 
NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov