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Daily Mirror
17-05-2025
- Climate
- Daily Mirror
Tornado emergency declared in Illinois as 'life-threatening' twister hits
A tornado emergency has been declared in parts of Illinois as a 'life-threatening' twister tears through the state. The situation is unfolding and will remain in effect until 7pm CDT, with all residents in the warned areas advised to seek shelter An urgent alert has been issued by the National Weather Service's official X account, @NWSTornado, on social media, warning that a tornado emergency will remain in effect until 7:00 PM CDT due to ongoing severe weather conditions in the region. The alert states, "This is a life threatening situation. Seek shelter now!" "Tornado Emergency including Marion IL, Harrisburg IL and Carrier Mills IL until 7:00 PM CDT". A tornado emergency is the highest level of alert issued by the NWS and this specific one puts 41,000 people, three hospitals and 19 schools at potential risk from the tornado. The warning signifies a large and destructive tornado has been confirmed on the ground, posing an immediate threat to life and property, reports the Mirror US. Residents in the affected areas are being urged to seek shelter immediately. People are advised to move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building, away from windows and doors. Storm chasers and emergency crews have reported extensive damage in nearby areas, although official reports from authorities are still forthcoming. Illinois is no stranger to tornadoes, with the state ranking among the top 10 in the U.S. for tornado activity. Known for its flat terrain and location in "Tornado Alley," Illinois experiences an average of around 50 tornadoes per year. The most active months are typically April through June, though twisters can strike at any time of year. Tornadoes in Illinois can range from fleeting EF-0s to formidable EF-4 and EF-5 beasts, boasting winds that surpass 200 mph. When the weather conditions are ripe for such events, locals are strongly advised to heed warnings, given that storms can materialise rapidly, leaving scant time to find refuge. We'll keep you posted with real-time updates as this perilous situation evolves. In the meantime, remain indoors, stay safe, and adhere to all directives issued by emergency authorities.
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
At least 9 confirmed tornadoes hit North Texas on Saturday
The Brief The NWS has confirmed at least 9 tornadoes that hit North Texas on Saturday night. Those tornadoes include: (3) EF-0s, (4) EF-1s, (1) EF-2, and (1) TBD. They hit in Jack, Erath, Parker, and Hood counties. DALLAS - The National Weather Service has confirmed at least nine tornadoes that touched down in North Texas on Saturday night. On Monday, teams from the NWS began surveying storm damage in Jack, Erath, Parker, Hood, and Montague counties. So far, they've confirmed the following tornadoes: Jack County There were two EF-0 tornadoes with estimated max wind speeds of 80 mph. A third EF-1 tornado with an estimated max wind speed of 90 mph also hit Jack County. Erath County In Erath County, there was an EF-1 tornado with an estimated wind speed of 110 mph. Parker County Parker County saw another EF-1 tornado with wind speeds of up to 110 mph. There was also an EF-0 tornado southwest of Weatherford, an EF-1 tornado southeast of Millsap, and a tornado near Adell that has yet to be rated. Hood County The NWS team confirmed an EF-2 tornado in western Hood County with an estimated wind speed of 115 mph. The exact number of tornadoes that hit North Texas on Saturday could still climb. The NWS survey teams could confirm additional tornadoes in the coming days. The backstory The powerful storms that hit North Texas on Saturday night left behind a path of extensive damage. Roofs were ripped off homes, and debris was scattered everywhere. One family in Milsap in Parker County told a FOX 4 crew that the storm blew out all of the windows in their home. "It happened so quick. It touched down at I-20, which I-20 is only three miles down the road. And it just happened so quick. And it was 'WOAM!' and then it was gone," said Gary Wells, a Milsap resident. Anne-Marie Shallcross and her family were in shock when they woke up and saw the aftermath. "Still shock, to be in the middle of it and then to look around and just see the severity of the damage and then what it's going to entail to put everything back together. It's just amazing," she said. Many people spent Easter Sunday cleaning up. Several people said they were waiting for additional crews and equipment to come so they could finish the cleanup process and start rebuilding. The Source The information in this story comes from the National Weather Service and past news coverage.
