Headline:
Tornado Warning issued August 12 at 8:56AM CDT until August 12 at 9:15AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
August 12, 2026 - 6:56am
Expires:
August 12, 2026 - 7:15am
Description:
At 856 AM CDT, a severe squall line capable of producing both
tornadoes and extensive straight line wind damage was located near
Ottawa, moving east at 45 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...
Ottawa around 900 AM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Prairie Center, Millington, Harding, Norway, Dayton, and Wedron.
Instruction:
This cluster of thunderstorms is capable of producing tornadoes and
widespread significant wind damage. Do not wait to see or hear the
tornado. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest
floor of a building.
Area Description:
La Salle, IL
Forcast Office:
NWS Chicago IL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov