Illinois Extreme Tornado Warning | Effective 06/21/2026 13:24

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued June 21 at 3:24PM CDT until June 21 at 3:45PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
June 21, 2026 - 1:24pm
Expires: 
June 21, 2026 - 1:45pm
Description: 
At 323 PM CDT, a confirmed tornado was located over Stewardson, or 10 miles northwest of Effingham, moving northeast at 30 mph. HAZARD...Damaging tornado. SOURCE...Weather spotters confirmed tornado. 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 tornado will be near... Stewardson around 330 PM CDT. Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Strasburg and Sigel.
Instruction: 
To repeat, a tornado is on the ground. 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: 
Effingham, IL; Shelby, IL
Forcast Office: 
NWS Lincoln IL