Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)-
The National Weather Service in Lincoln has issued a
* Tornado Warning for...
Northern Jasper County in southeastern Illinois...
Cumberland County in east central Illinois...
* Until 715 PM CDT.
* At 624 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms capable of producing both
tornadoes and extensive straight line wind damage were located near
Montrose, or 7 miles east of Effingham, moving northeast at 75 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.
* These dangerous storms will be near...
Jewett and Toledo around 630 PM CDT.
Greenup around 635 PM CDT.
This includes Interstate 70 between mile markers 105 and 126.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
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.
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