Illinois, Missouri Severe Thunderstorm Warning | Effective 04/16/2026 13:28
Public safety alert, emergency alert, and weather alert
Description:
At 327 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Horseshoe Lake
Conservation Area, or 10 miles east of Benton, moving east at 35
mph. Another storm was located further west near Benton.
HAZARD...Two inch hail and 60 mph wind gusts.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail
damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind
damage to roofs, siding, and trees.