Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued March 31 at 9:40PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 31, 2026 - 7:40pm
Expires:
March 31, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description:
At 940 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Niantic, or 13 miles west of Decatur, moving east at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel size 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...
Decatur, Forsyth, Harristown, Warrensburg, Illiopolis, Niantic, and
Elwin.
This includes Interstate 72 between mile markers 124 and 140.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
This storm 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.
Area Description:
Sangamon; Christian; Macon
Forcast Office:
NWS Lincoln IL
Sender: