Illinois Extreme Tornado Warning | Effective 06/21/2026 14:59

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued June 21 at 4:59PM CDT until June 21 at 5:30PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
June 21, 2026 - 2:59pm
Expires: 
June 21, 2026 - 3:30pm
Description: 
At 459 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Mount Vernon, moving east at 25 mph. 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. Locations impacted include... Dix. This includes Interstate 57 in Illinois between Mile Markers 100 and 105.
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: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov