Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 16 at 12:25PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 16, 2026 - 10:25am
Expires:
August 16, 2026 - 11:15am
Description:
At 1225 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near Arenzville to near Pittsfield. Movement
was east at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Jacksonville, Winchester, Alexander, South Jacksonville, Meredosia,
Bluffs, Franklin, Murrayville, Chapin, Woodson, Manchester, Alsey,
Glasgow, Naples, Literberry, Concord, Lynnville, Exeter, Valley City,
and Prentice.
This includes Interstate 72 between mile markers 43 and 79.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
These storms may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service
office in Lincoln.
Area Description:
Scott; Morgan
Forcast Office:
NWS Lincoln IL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov