Headline:
Tornado Warning issued August 9 at 10:09PM CDT until August 9 at 10:45PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
August 9, 2026 - 8:09pm
Expires:
August 9, 2026 - 8:45pm
Description:
At 1009 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Williamsfield, or 15 miles east of Galesburg, moving
east at 25 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.
This dangerous storm will be near...
Williamsfield around 1015 PM CDT.
Laura around 1025 PM CDT.
Brimfield around 1030 PM CDT.
This includes Interstate 74 between mile markers 59 and 74.
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.
Tornadoes are extremely difficult to see and confirm at night. Do not
wait to see or hear the tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Area Description:
Knox, IL; Peoria, IL
Forcast Office:
NWS Lincoln IL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov