Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Adams County, Illinois
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Current Status
⛈️ Active: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 7 at 11:12PM CDT until August 7 at 11:30PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
At 1112 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Canton, moving south at 30 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Monticello, Canton, Meyer, Lima, Ewing, La Grange, Ursa, Quincy, Maywood and Fowler. This includes the following State Parks... Wakonda State Park. This includes Interstate 172 between exits 15 and 19.
Effective August 8, 2026 at 12:12 AM ET · Expires August 8, 2026 at 12:30 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS St Louis MO
Expires
August 8, 2026 at 12:30 AM ET
Last Checked
2 hours ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Seek shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from windows. This storm is capable of producing damaging winds and large hail.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Adams County, Illinois?
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Is this Severe Thunderstorm Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (2 hours ago). It's set to expire August 8, 2026 at 12:30 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Adams County?
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