Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)-
A TORNADO WARNING IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM CDT FOR SOUTHEASTERN
MARION COUNTY IN SOUTH CENTRAL ILLINOIS...
At 432 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 5 miles southeast of Salem, moving east at 35 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 tornado will be near...
Helm around 450 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by the tornado include Iuka.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a well-built building
away from 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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