Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued March 31 at 11:59PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 31, 2026 - 9:59pm
Expires:
March 31, 2026 - 10:15pm
Description:
At 1159 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Heyworth, or 10 miles south of Bloomington, moving northeast at 30
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny 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...
Le Roy, Heyworth, and Downs.
This includes Interstate 74 between mile markers 138 and 150.
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.
Area Description:
McLean
Forcast Office:
NWS Lincoln IL
Sender: