Headline:
Tornado Warning issued June 21 at 8:38PM CDT until June 21 at 9:15PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
June 21, 2026 - 6:38pm
Expires:
June 21, 2026 - 7:15pm
Description:
At 838 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Du Quoin, moving east at 20 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...
Christopher, Rend Lake Area, Sesser, Valier, and West City around
845 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include North
City and Buckner.
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:
Franklin, IL; Jefferson, IL
Forcast Office:
NWS Paducah KY
Sender: