Illinois Extreme Tornado Warning | Effective 07/03/2026 15:36

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued July 3 at 5:36PM CDT until July 3 at 6:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
July 3, 2026 - 3:36pm
Expires: 
July 3, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description: 
At 536 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Stockton Airport, or 14 miles north of Mount Carroll, moving east at 25 mph. A rotating wall cloud was reported with this storm. 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... Willow around 540 PM CDT.
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: 
Jo Daviess, IL
Forcast Office: 
NWS Quad Cities IA IL