Headline:
Tornado Warning issued September 20 at 8:00PM CDT until September 20 at 8:30PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
September 20, 2026 - 6:00pm
Expires:
September 20, 2026 - 6:30pm
Description:
At 759 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Olney Noble Airport, or 7 miles west of Olney,
moving southeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail.
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...
Olney, Noble, and Olney Noble Airport around 805 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Calhoun.
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:
Richland, IL
Forcast Office:
NWS Lincoln IL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov