Severe Thunderstorm Warning — La Salle 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 10 at 12:29AM CDT until August 10 at 12:45AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
At 1229 AM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Gardner to near Dwight to Cornell, moving southeast at 25 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and nickel size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Streator, Dwight, Odell, Cullom, Cornell, Saunemin, South Wilmington, Ransom, Campus, Reddick, Emington, and East Brooklyn.
Effective August 10, 2026 at 1:29 AM ET · Expires August 10, 2026 at 1:45 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Chicago IL
Expires
August 10, 2026 at 1:45 AM ET
Last Checked
22 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Remain alert for a possible tornado! Tornadoes can develop quickly from severe thunderstorms. If you spot a tornado go at once into the basement or small central room in a sturdy structure. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a 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 La Salle 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 (22 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 10, 2026 at 1:45 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for La Salle County?
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