Headline:
Tornado Warning issued July 3 at 6:12PM CDT until July 3 at 6:45PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 3, 2026 - 4:12pm
Expires:
July 3, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 611 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Bolton, or 7 miles southwest of Freeport, moving
east at 20 mph. While the radar rotation has slightly weakened with
this storm, it still has had reports of visible rotation with it.
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...
Freeport, Albertus Airport, Bolton, and Stephenson County
Fairgrounds around 615 PM CDT.
Scioto Mills around 620 PM CDT.
Other locations in the path of this tornadic thunderstorm include
German Valley and Ridott.
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:
Stephenson, IL
Forcast Office:
NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Sender: