Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 17 at 9:11PM CDT until April 17 at 9:30PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 17, 2026 - 7:11pm
Expires:
April 17, 2026 - 7:30pm
Description:
At 911 PM CDT, a severe squall line capable of producing both
tornadoes and extensive straight line wind damage was located near
Lexington, or 11 miles northeast of Bloomington, moving east at 60
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...
Colfax around 915 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Cooksville, Anchor, Weston, and Cropsey.
This includes Interstate 55 between mile markers 170 and 187.
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