Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Fulton 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 13 at 12:24PM CDT until August 13 at 1:15PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
At 1223 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Manito, or 10 miles southwest of Pekin, moving east at 45 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. This severe storm will be near... South Pekin and Green Valley around 1230 PM CDT. Hopedale around 1245 PM CDT. Minier around 1250 PM CDT. Other locations impacted by this severe thunderstorm include Bryant, Norris, Liverpool, Banner, Dillon, Powerton, Dunfermline, Goofy Ridge, Little America, and Forest City. This also includes Banner Marsh State Fish and Wildlife Area, Powerton Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area, Rice Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area, Sand Ridge State Forest, Spring Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area, and Mackinaw River State Fish and Wildlife Area. This includes Interstate 155 between mile markers 7 and 30.
Effective August 13, 2026 at 1:24 PM ET · Expires August 13, 2026 at 2:15 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Lincoln IL
Expires
August 13, 2026 at 2:15 PM ET
Last Checked
1 hour ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Also In Effect For
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning also covers:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Fulton 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 (1 hour ago). It's set to expire August 13, 2026 at 2:15 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Fulton County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Mason County.