Woodford County, IL
Alerts
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In effect from Thursday 06/11 6:15 PM CDT – Thursday 06/11 7:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Lincoln IL
TORILX
The National Weather Service in Lincoln has issued a
* Tornado Warning for... Southeastern Woodford County in central Illinois... Northeastern Tazewell County in central Illinois...
* Until 700 PM CDT.
* At 615 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Deer Creek, or near Morton, moving northeast at 55 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.
* This dangerous storm will be near... Eureka, Goodfield, Deer Creek, and Congerville around 620 PM CDT. Secor around 630 PM CDT. El Paso around 635 PM CDT.
This includes the following highways... Interstate 39 between mile markers 10 and 21. Interstate 74 between mile markers 104 and 117.
What to Do
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.
Areas Impacted
- Tazewell, IL
- Woodford, IL
In effect from Thursday 06/11 6:10 PM CDT – Thursday 06/11 7:15 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Lincoln IL
SVRILX
The National Weather Service in Lincoln has issued a
* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Southeastern Woodford County in central Illinois... Tazewell County in central Illinois... McLean County in central Illinois...
* Until 715 PM CDT.
* At 610 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Deer Creek to San Jose, moving east at 50 mph.
HAZARD...70 mph wind gusts.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Expect considerable tree damage. Damage is likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.
* Severe thunderstorms will be near... Mackinaw, Delavan, Hopedale, Goodfield, Deer Creek, and Congerville around 615 PM CDT. Minier, Danvers, Carlock, and Armington around 620 PM CDT. Stanford around 625 PM CDT. Bloomington, Normal, Hudson, and McLean around 630 PM CDT.
Other locations in the path of these severe thunderstorms include Towanda, Heyworth, Lexington, Downs, Le Roy and Colfax.
This includes the following highways... Interstate 155 between mile markers 11 and 31. Interstate 39 between mile markers 0 and 15. Interstate 474 near mile marker 14. Interstate 55 between mile markers 142 and 186. Interstate 74 between mile markers 99 and 153.
What to Do
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 900 PM CDT for central Illinois.
Areas Impacted
- McLean, IL
- Tazewell, IL
- Woodford, IL
In effect from Thursday 06/11 2:36 PM CDT – Friday 06/12 1:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Lincoln IL
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinois
Mackinaw River near Congerville affecting Woodford, McLean and Tazewell Counties.
.The following forecasts are based on observed precipitation, soil moisture conditions, and forecast precipitation.
What
Minor flooding is forecast.
Where
Mackinaw River near Congerville.
When
Until early tomorrow afternoon.
Impacts
At 13.0 feet, Widespread agricultural flooding occurs.
Additional Details
- At 1:45 PM CDT Thursday the stage was 11.6 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 13.0 feet tomorrow morning. - Flood stage is 13.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to Do
Persons with interests along this river need to remain aware of the latest forecasts and associated flood risk for their area. Stay tuned for further updates on this flooding situation.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
Areas Impacted
- McLean, IL
- Tazewell, IL
- Woodford, IL
Tips to Stay Safe
A Flood Warning means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. Take immediate action to protect yourself and your home.
- If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground.
- Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads.
- Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams.
- If you are trapped in a building, move to the highest floor and call 911. Go to the roof only if necessary.
- Do not go into any room where electrical cords or outlets are under water. Stay out of water that may have electricity in it!
- If your vehicle is trapped in rapidly moving water, stay inside. If water is rising inside the vehicle, move to the roof and signal for help.
In effect from Thursday 06/11 2:02 PM CDT – Thursday 06/11 9:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Lincoln IL
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED TORNADO WATCH 313 IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS
Areas Impacted
Counties in Central Illinois
- De Witt
- Logan
- Mason
- Mclean
- Menard
- Sangamon
- Tazewell
- Woodford
Counties in West Central Illinois
- Cass
- Morgan
- Scott
Including these cities
- Beardstown
- Bloomington
- Clinton
- Eureka
- Havana
- Jacksonville
- Lincoln
- Normal
- Pekin
- Petersburg
- Springfield
- Winchester
In effect from Thursday 06/11 11:39 AM CDT – Thursday 06/11 9:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Lincoln IL
What
Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
Where
Portions of central and west central Illinois, including the following counties, in central Illinois, De Witt, Logan, Marshall, Mason, McLean, Menard, Peoria, Stark, Tazewell and Woodford. In west central Illinois, Cass, Fulton, Knox and Schuyler.
When
Until 9 PM CDT this evening.
Impacts
Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks.
Additional Details
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to Do
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
Areas Impacted
- Knox
- Stark
- Peoria
- Marshall
- Woodford
- Fulton
- Tazewell
- McLean
- Schuyler
- Mason
- Logan
- De Witt
- Cass
- Menard
Tips to Stay Safe
A Flood Watch means the area may experience a dangerous flooding event, and being prepared may save lives and property.
- Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood.
- Check your home’s emergency supplies, and make sure all members of the household know your emergency plan.
- Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.
If a Flood Warning is issued, it means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening.
- Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads.
- Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams.
If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground.
In effect from Thursday 06/11 11:46 AM CDT – Thursday 06/11 8:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Lincoln IL
ESFILX
This hydrologic outlook includes the following river in Illinois:
Illinois River...
The following river information is based on rainfall over the past 24 hours as well as future predicted rainfall. The exact amount, intensity, timing, and location of the rain that will occur is still uncertain. These outlook stages are provided to show what may be expected if the forecast precipitation occurs. Once there is more certainty about the river forecasts, a flood warning or statement will be issued if the threat materializes.
Areas Impacted
- Marshall, IL
- Peoria, IL
- Tazewell, IL
- Woodford, IL
Briefing
From the Forecaster
Tornado Watch In Effect
Created by the NWS Lincoln WFO
A Tornado Watch is in effect until 9 PM tonight. Look for a thunderstorm activity to increase across west-central Illinois late this afternoon. Storms are expected to develop into a line of storms by early evening west of the Illinois River and push east/southeast through the evening hours. Several tornadoes are possible today in addition to large hail, damaging winds, and localized flooding. Stay weather aware!
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
The graphic shows the daily risk summary for 7 days. Daily risk is based on highest risk factor for that day.
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