Headline:
Tornado Warning issued June 17 at 8:57PM CDT until June 17 at 9:30PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
June 17, 2026 - 6:57pm
Expires:
June 17, 2026 - 7:30pm
Description:
At 856 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Oblong, or 7 miles northwest of Robinson, moving
east at 45 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.
Locations impacted include...
Robinson, Oblong, Palestine, Hutsonville, Merom, Stoy, New Hebron,
Annapolis, Eaton, Crawford County Airport, Duncanville, Trimble, and
West York.
This also includes Crawford County Fish and Wildlife Area.
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:
Crawford, IL
Forcast Office:
NWS Lincoln IL
Sender: