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Thunderstorms will be possible tonight as a warm front strengthens
across central Illinois. The thunderstorms are expected mainly along
and east of Interstate 55. A few storms could produce hail and gusty
winds. There is a slight risk of severe thunderstorms Thursday
afternoon and early Thursday evening, especially from 3 to 9 p.m. A
line of strong to severe thunderstorms will develop by mid-Thursday
afternoon ahead of a strong cold front and race east toward Indiana
on Thursday evening. Thunderstorms are expected mainly along and
east of I-55. Damaging winds will be the primary hazard with these
storms, with hail and a tornado possible over east central and
southeast Illinois.
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River flooding will also be a concern south of I-70 on Thursday
and Thursday night due to heavy rains from thunderstorms. The
Embarras and Little Wabash rivers will have the highest potential
for flooding.
Spotter activation may be needed Thursday afternoon and early
Thursday evening.
[From Terry Storer, Logan County Emergency Management Agency] |
