Severe Weather Outbreak: Moderate Risk for McLean County
Key Questions
What is the current severe weather risk level for McLean County?
The Storm Prediction Center has upgraded central Illinois to a Moderate Risk (Level 4) for today. This includes threats of strong tornadoes, damaging winds, and giant hail.
Is there a tornado watch in effect for McLean County?
Yes, a tornado watch is currently active for McLean County. Multiple rounds of storms are expected, with the most dangerous period this afternoon and evening.
What types of severe weather threats are expected?
Threats include strong tornadoes rated EF3 or higher, damaging winds up to 75 mph, and giant hail. This is considered the top developing story in the area.
Have storms already caused impacts in McLean County?
Yes, thousands of utility customers are without power after a line of strong storms rolled through the area. Tornadoes were also reported across parts of the Midwest.
Why has the SPC issued this upgrade for Illinois?
Potentially dangerous severe weather is expected today across central and northern Illinois. The upgrade reflects the increased threat from the powerful storm system.
SPC has upgraded central Illinois to Moderate Risk (Level 4) for today, with threats of strong tornadoes (EF3+), damaging winds up to 75 mph, and giant hail. A tornado watch is active for McLean County. Multiple rounds of storms expected, with the most dangerous window this afternoon and evening. This is the top developing story.