Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 27 at 10:53AM CDT until April 27 at 11:15AM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 27, 2026 - 8:53am
Expires:
April 27, 2026 - 9:15am
Description:
At 1053 AM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Taylorville, 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.
This dangerous storm will be near...
Owaneco around 1100 AM CDT.
Assumption around 1105 AM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Taylorville Municipal Airport and Willeys.
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:
Christian, IL
Forcast Office:
NWS Lincoln IL
Sender: