Headline:
Tornado Warning issued July 27 at 12:44PM CDT until July 27 at 1:15PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 27, 2026 - 10:44am
Expires:
July 27, 2026 - 11:15am
Description:
At 1244 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
and 80 mph winds was located over Frankfort Square, or over Tinley
Park, moving southeast at 50 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and 80 mph winds.
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...
Park Forest, Matteson, Frankfort, Richton Park, and Olympia Fields
around 1250 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:
Cook, IL; Will, IL
Forcast Office:
NWS Chicago IL
Sender: