Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Hancock 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 12 at 8:57AM CDT until August 12 at 9:15AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
At 856 AM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from Warsaw to near Webster to near Disco, moving east at 45 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Trained weather spotters. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Keokuk, Carthage, Hamilton, La Harpe, Blandinsville, Ferris, Tennessee, Colusa, Adrian, Burnside, Disco, Fountain Green, Elvaston, Basco, Bentley, Keokuk Airport, Summitville, Mooar, Webster, and Chatfield Park.
Effective August 12, 2026 at 9:57 AM ET · Expires August 12, 2026 at 10:15 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Expires
August 12, 2026 at 10:15 AM ET
Last Checked
35 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Torrential rainfall is occurring with these storms, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Hancock 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 (35 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 12, 2026 at 10:15 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Hancock County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for McDonough County, Lee County.