Headline:
Tornado Warning issued June 21 at 7:12PM CDT until June 21 at 7:30PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
June 21, 2026 - 5:12pm
Expires:
June 21, 2026 - 5:30pm
Description:
At 711 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Mount Vernon, moving east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
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...
Mount Vernon around 715 PM CDT.
Bluford around 720 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Belle
Rive and Waltonville.
This includes the following highways...
Interstate 57 in Illinois between Mile Markers 87 and 99.
Interstate 64 in Illinois between Mile Markers 69 and 90.
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:
Jefferson, IL
Forcast Office:
NWS Paducah KY
Sender: