Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Randolph 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 4:44PM CDT until August 12 at 5:45PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
SVRLSX The National Weather Service in St Louis has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Southeastern Randolph County in southwestern Illinois... * Until 545 PM CDT. * At 444 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Chester, moving southeast at 10 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... Kaskaskia, New Palestine, Chester, Bremen, Welge, Steeleville, Shiloh Hill and Rockwood. This includes the following State Parks... Piney Creek Ravine State Natural Area, Randolph County State Recreation Area and Turkey Bluffs State Fish and Wildlife Area.
Effective August 12, 2026 at 5:44 PM ET · Expires August 12, 2026 at 6:45 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS St Louis MO
Expires
August 12, 2026 at 6:45 PM ET
Last Checked
52 minutes 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 Randolph 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 (52 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 12, 2026 at 6:45 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Randolph County?
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