Headline:
Tornado Warning issued August 11 at 3:38PM CDT until August 11 at 4:15PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
August 11, 2026 - 1:38pm
Expires:
August 11, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 338 PM CDT, a confirmed tornado was located over Tolono, or 9
miles south of Champaign, moving southeast at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Damaging tornado and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Weather spotters confirmed tornado.
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 tornado will be near...
Villa Grove and Pesotum around 345 PM CDT.
Newman around 400 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Longview, Murdock, and Fairland.
This includes Interstate 57 between mile markers 218 and 229.
Instruction:
To repeat, a tornado is on the ground. 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:
Champaign, IL; Douglas, IL
Forcast Office:
NWS Lincoln IL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov