Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 17 at 8:58PM CDT until April 17 at 9:15PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 17, 2026 - 6:58pm
Expires:
April 17, 2026 - 7:15pm
Description:
At 857 PM CDT, a severe squall line capable of producing both
tornadoes and extensive straight line wind damage was located near
Carlock, or 9 miles northwest of Normal, moving east at 55 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.
These dangerous storms will be near...
Hudson around 905 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Panola
and Kappa.
This includes the following highways...
Interstate 39 between mile markers 4 and 21.
Interstate 74 between mile markers 117 and 122.
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:
McLean, IL; Woodford, IL
Forcast Office:
NWS Lincoln IL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov