Lincoln, IL-(Effingham Radio)- From the National Weather Service in Lincoln:
The National Weather Service in Lincoln has issued a * Tornado Warning for... Central Clark County in east central Illinois... * Until 800 PM CDT. * At 712 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Martinsville, or near Casey, moving east at 35 mph. HAZARD...Tornado and half dollar 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... Martinsville around 715 PM CDT. Marshall around 730 PM CDT. This includes Interstate 70 between mile markers 130 and 144, and between mile markers 147 and 153. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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.
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