one tornado Charleston has declared a state of emergency illinoisA large and dangerous tornado ripped through the area, causing power outages in parts of the town.
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Tornado warnings in effect as storm moves east
tornado warn Impacts were reported in southeast Coles and northeast Cumberland counties until 7:15 PM CDT (8:15 PM ET), with an extremely dangerous large tornado currently over Charleston moving east at 40 mph. fourth news.
The National Weather Service in Lincoln issued an emergency warning, urging residents to take shelter immediately.
At 6:57 pm Central Time, the National Weather Service confirmed a large, extremely dangerous tornado was over Charleston and was moving east at 40 mph.
“This is an especially dangerous situation. Take shelter now!” the agency said. The danger has been described as a destructive tornado. weather Observers, according to a National Weather Service alert.
News 4 reports that the tornado is expected to reach near Ashmore around 7:05 p.m. Central Time, with the potential to completely destroy mobile homes and cause significant damage to homes, businesses and vehicles.
“You are in a life-threatening situation,” the National Weather Service warned. “Flying debris could be fatal to those without shelter. Mobile homes will be destroyed. Homes, businesses and vehicles may sustain considerable damage or even be completely destroyed.”
Safety instructions and affected areas
The National Weather Service recommends residents move to basements or indoor rooms on the lowest floors of sturdy buildings and avoid windows. “If you are outdoors, in a mobile home or vehicle, move to the nearest sturdy shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.” The agency stated.
Tornado warnings covered areas including Coles, Cumberland and Douglas counties, with the storm’s path impacting locations between Loxa County, Fox Ridge State Park and designated mile markers on Interstate 57.
