Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 17 at 6:48PM CDT until April 17 at 7:30PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 17, 2026 - 4:48pm
Expires:
April 17, 2026 - 5:30pm
Description:
At 647 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Denver, or 8 miles south of Carthage, moving east
at 35 mph. Second very severe thunderstorm will merge with the
tornadic storm around 7 PM. This may greatly increase the chances of
a tornado occuring in that merger over south central Hancock County.
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 dangerous storm will be near...
Augusta, Bowen, Denver, and Bentley around 650 PM CDT.
Plymouth and Hancock County Fairgrounds around 655 PM CDT.
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.
If a tornado or other severe weather is spotted, report it to the
National Weather Service or your local nearest law enforcement agency
who will send your report. This act may save lives of others in the
path of dangerous weather.
Area Description:
Hancock, IL
Forcast Office:
NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov