NWS: Severe storms possible Tuesday across Central Illinois

Posted on August 19, 2019
The National Weather Service said the greatest threat for severe weather is Tuesday between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. (Photo McLean County Emergency Management Agency/Facebook)

 

By Neil Doyle

BLOOMINGTON – Severe storms are possible across Central Illinois Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service in Lincoln.

The NWS said our entire listening area is under a moderate risk for severe weather Tuesday morning through the afternoon.  NWS Meteorologist Matt Barnes said hail and an isolated tornado are possible, along with heavy winds.

“These storms are expected to be moving pretty quickly as they come through the area.  They could be moving anywhere from 40-50 mph, and that is going to be one of the main impacts from the storms,” Barnes said.

Barnes added that while a tornado is unlikely, there’s still a slight chance for an isolated one.

The weather service said the greatest threat for severe weather is between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Neil Doyle can be reached at [email protected]

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