Headline:
Tornado Warning issued June 21 at 6:08PM CDT until June 21 at 6:30PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
June 21, 2026 - 4:08pm
Expires:
June 21, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 607 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Sumner, or 8 miles west of Lawrenceville, moving
east at 25 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.
This dangerous storm will be near...
Bridgeport around 615 PM CDT.
Lawrenceville around 620 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Red
Hills State Park and Billett.
This also includes Red Hills State Park.
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:
Lawrence, IL
Forcast Office:
NWS Lincoln IL
Sender: