Extreme Tornado

Tornado Warning issued April 17 at 7:58PM CDT until April 17 at 8:30PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

De Kalb, IL; Ogle, IL Source: NOAA / NWS

Details

At 758 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Kirkland, or 9 miles west of Genoa, moving northeast
at 55 mph.

HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.

IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.

This dangerous storm will be near...
Genoa and Kingston around 805 PM CDT.

Recommendations

TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.

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