Tornado Warnings Active Central IL — June 11, 2026 — SevereWX

Storms are firing across parts of the Midwest late this evening under the Storm Prediction Center's Enhanced risk, with a Slight risk covering the Kansas City, Missouri, and Wichita, Kansas areas. A tornado warning is currently active in central Illinois, while severe thunderstorm warnings dot Kansas, Illinois, and even western New York. Multiple tornado watches remain in place through the Midwest, keeping the severe weather potential elevated into the overnight hours.

Ongoing activity centers on central Illinois and central Kansas right now, where radar shows intense storms capable of large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes. These cells are moving eastward, with the latest warnings highlighting immediate threats to the ground.

Timeline

8:55 PM EDT — Mesoscale Discussion for Northern Illinois and Northwest Indiana

The Storm Prediction Center issued a mesoscale discussion concerning Tornado Watch 308, which covers portions of northern Illinois and northwest Indiana. Storms in this area continue to pose severe risks, including the potential for tornadoes, as the watch remains active. The discussion underscores the ongoing environment supporting strong storm rotation.

9:24 PM EDT — Mesoscale Discussion for Central/Northeast Kansas and Northwest Missouri

Another mesoscale discussion targets central to northeast Kansas and parts of northwest Missouri under Tornado Watch 303. Intense storms here are capable of producing severe hail, winds, and tornadoes right now. Forecasters note the storms' potential to persist and intensify over the next couple of hours.

9:25 PM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Champaign, Piatt, Vermilion Counties IL

A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect until 2:00 AM EDT for Champaign, Piatt, and Vermilion counties in Illinois. Storms moving into this area could bring damaging winds, large hail, and an isolated tornado. Residents should prepare for severe weather impacts through the late night.

9:29 PM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Warren County IN

Severe thunderstorm watch until 2:00 AM EDT now covers Warren County, Indiana. Expect potential for strong wind gusts and hail from approaching storms. Stay alert as conditions evolve.

9:45 PM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Cass, Fulton, Pulaski, White Counties IN

A severe thunderstorm watch extends until 2:00 AM EDT across Cass, Fulton, Pulaski, and White counties in Indiana. These storms threaten damaging winds and large hail in the hours ahead. Monitor updates closely.

10:22 PM EDT — Mesoscale Discussion for Northern Missouri and Western Illinois

The latest mesoscale discussion addresses portions of northern Missouri and western Illinois, where Tornado Watches 303, 305, and 308 overlap. Supercell storms here carry risks of significant severe weather, including tornadoes, as they track eastward. The focus remains on storms producing rotation on radar.

11:44 PM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie Counties NY Until 12:45 AM

A severe thunderstorm warning is active until 12:45 AM EDT for Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, and Erie counties in New York. Radar indicates storms with potential for 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail. Take shelter if storms approach.

11:46 PM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning McLean, Tazewell Counties IL Until 12:30 AM

Severe thunderstorm warning until 12:30 AM EDT covers McLean and Tazewell counties in Illinois. These storms are packing large hail and destructive winds up to 70 mph. The threat is immediate for affected areas.

11:52 PM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning Harvey, McPherson, Reno Counties KS Until 12:30 AM

A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect until 12:30 AM EDT for Harvey, McPherson, and Reno counties in Kansas. Radar shows very large hail and wind gusts over 70 mph possible. Central Kansas faces peak impacts now.

11:58 PM EDT — Tornado Warning Logan, Macon, Menard, Sangamon Counties IL Until 12:45 AM

A tornado warning is active until 12:45 AM EDT for Logan, Macon, Menard, and Sangamon counties in Illinois. Radar indicates a dangerous tornado near Springfield, with rotation evident. Seek shelter immediately if in the path.

12:05 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning: De Witt, Logan, McLean, Macon, Mason, Menard, Tazewell cos., IL

The National Weather Service issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for these central Illinois counties until 12:45 AM EDT. Expect possible damaging winds and large hail. Take shelter indoors if affected.

12:05 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Watch: Cass, De Witt, Logan, McLean, Mason, Menard, Tazewell cos., IL

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for these Illinois counties until 2:00 AM EDT. Conditions favor storms that could produce damaging winds and large hail. Prepare now and stay weather-aware.

12:05 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Watch: Macon, Morgan, Sangamon cos., IL

The NWS has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for these central Illinois counties until 2:00 AM EDT. Severe storms with damaging winds and hail are possible. Have a safety plan ready.

12:05 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Watch: Champaign, Piatt, Vermilion cos., IL

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch covers these east-central Illinois counties until 2:00 AM EDT. Be ready for potential severe thunderstorms bringing damaging winds and large hail.

12:07 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie cos., NY

Severe Thunderstorm Warning now active for these western New York counties until 12:45 AM EDT. Damaging winds and large hail threaten the area. Move indoors and stay away from windows.

12:12 AM EDT — Tornado Warning: Christian, Logan, Macon, Sangamon cos., IL

Tornado Warning issued for these central Illinois counties in effect until 1:00 AM EDT — could be extended or cancelled by NWS. A tornado may develop or be ongoing. Seek shelter in a sturdy interior room immediately.

12:14 AM EDT — Tornado Warning: De Witt, Logan cos., IL

The NWS has issued a Tornado Warning for De Witt and Logan counties, Illinois, until 1:00 AM EDT — could be extended or cancelled by NWS. Take cover now from possible tornado. Use a basement or interior room.

12:15 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Harvey Co., KS

Severe Thunderstorm Warning active for Harvey County, Kansas, until 12:30 AM EDT. Strong winds and large hail are expected. Shelter indoors promptly.

12:17 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning Harvey KS

A severe thunderstorm warning is now in effect for Harvey County in Kansas until 1:15 AM EDT. Damaging winds and large hail are possible. Seek shelter indoors if in the area.

12:19 AM EDT — Tornado Warning Logan/Macon/Sangamon IL

Tornado Warning issued for Logan, Macon and Sangamon counties in Illinois, in effect until 12:45 AM EDT — could be extended or cancelled by NWS. Take shelter immediately in a sturdy building. The warned storm may produce a tornado.

12:21 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning De Witt IL area

Severe Thunderstorm Warning covers De Witt, Logan, McLean and Macon counties in Illinois until 12:45 AM EDT. Expect strong winds capable of damage and large hail. Move to an interior room away from windows.

12:24 AM EDT — Tornado Warning Christian/Macon/Sangamon IL

Tornado Warning for Christian, Macon and Sangamon counties in Illinois, in effect until 1:00 AM EDT — could be extended or cancelled by NWS. Residents should seek safe shelter right away. Stay weather-aware.

12:28 AM EDT — Tornado Warning Logan/Macon/Piatt IL

Tornado Warning now active for Logan, Macon and Piatt counties in Illinois until 1:15 AM EDT — could be extended or cancelled by NWS. A tornado could be forming in this area. Prioritize safety and shelter.

12:30 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning central IL

Severe thunderstorms with large hail and damaging winds are impacting Christian, Cumberland, Logan, Macon, Moultrie, Piatt, Sangamon and Shelby counties in Illinois. The warning runs until 1:30 AM EDT and may be extended or cancelled. Seek shelter if storms approach.

12:35 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning Harvey County KS

Powerful thunderstorms bringing large hail and strong winds are hitting Harvey County in Kansas. This warning expires at 1:15 AM EDT. Stay safe and monitor radar.

12:39 AM EDT — Tornado Warning central IL

A tornado warning is in effect until 1:30 AM EDT for Christian, Macon, Moultrie and Shelby counties in Illinois — could be extended or cancelled by NWS. Take cover immediately in a sturdy shelter. These storms could produce a tornado.

12:43 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Watch Warren County IN

A severe thunderstorm watch is active until 2:00 AM EDT across Warren County in Indiana. Storms may bring large hail and damaging winds. Remain weather-aware.

12:43 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Watch western IN

Severe thunderstorm watch until 2:00 AM EDT for Clay, Fountain, Parke, Vermillion and Vigo counties in Indiana. Expect possible large hail and gusty winds from any storms that develop. Have a safety plan ready.

12:45 AM EDT — Tornado Warning Central IL

A tornado warning is now in effect until 1:30 AM EDT for Christian, Macon, Moultrie, Piatt and Shelby counties in Illinois. Take cover immediately in a sturdy shelter. This warning could be extended or canceled by the NWS.

12:48 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning Champaign Area

Severe thunderstorm warning issued until 1:45 AM EDT for Champaign, De Witt, McLean, Macon and Piatt counties in Illinois. Expect damaging winds and large hail. Move indoors away from windows.

12:49 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning Christian Area

Severe thunderstorm warning in effect until 1:30 AM EDT for Christian, Cumberland, Macon, Moultrie, Piatt and Shelby counties in Illinois. Hail and strong winds are the main threats. Seek shelter promptly.

12:51 AM EDT — Tornado Warning De Witt/Piatt IL

Tornado warning active until 1:30 AM EDT for De Witt and Piatt counties in Illinois. Residents should seek shelter right away. This could be extended or canceled by the NWS.

12:57 AM EDT — Tornado Warning Piatt IL

A tornado warning is in effect until 1:15 AM EDT for Piatt County in Illinois. Take immediate shelter precautions. Updates possible from NWS.

12:57 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Watch SE Central IL

Severe thunderstorm watch issued until 2:00 AM EDT for Christian, Clark, Coles, Cumberland, Douglas, Edgar, Moultrie and Shelby counties in Illinois. Severe storms with hail and gusty winds possible.

12:57 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Watch Central IL

Severe thunderstorm watch now active until 2:00 AM EDT covering Champaign, De Witt, Logan, McLean, Macon, Menard, Morgan, Piatt, Sangamon and Vermilion counties in Illinois. Be prepared for severe weather.

12:58 AM EDT — Tornado Warning Christian Area IL

Tornado warning issued until 1:30 AM EDT for Christian, Macon, Moultrie and Shelby counties in Illinois. Move to a safe place now. Could be extended or canceled by NWS.

1:00 AM EDT — SPC Mesoscale Discussion 1081

SPC notes severe potential across central and east-central Illinois into western Indiana, linked to Severe Thunderstorm Watch 309. Storms may produce large hail and damaging winds tonight.

1:02 AM EDT — Tornado Warning Piatt County, IL

A tornado warning is in effect until 1:30 AM EDT for Piatt County, IL — it could be extended or cancelled by NWS. Seek shelter right away in a sturdy building or basement. Stay tuned to local news for updates.

1:03 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Watch Central IL Counties

Severe thunderstorm watch until 4:00 AM EDT covers Champaign, Christian, Clark, Coles, Cumberland, De Witt, Douglas, Edgar, Logan, and McLean counties in IL. Expect possible damaging winds and large hail from storms. Have a safety plan ready.

1:03 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Watch Western IN

Severe thunderstorm watch until 4:00 AM EDT for Clay, Fountain, Parke, Vermillion, Vigo, and Warren counties in IN. Storms may bring damaging winds and large hail. Monitor for any warnings.

1:12 AM EDT — Tornado Warning Champaign/Douglas Counties, IL

Tornado warning now active until 2:00 AM EDT for Champaign and Douglas counties, IL — could be extended or cancelled by NWS. Move to an interior room on the lowest floor immediately. Avoid windows.

1:16 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued Central IL

NWS has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 4:00 AM EDT for Champaign, Christian, Clark, Coles, Cumberland, De Witt, Douglas, Edgar, Macon, and Moultrie counties. Severe storms producing large hail and damaging winds are possible during this period. Residents should prepare and monitor for warnings.

1:27 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Champaign County

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect until 1:45 AM EDT for Champaign County. This storm could bring damaging winds and large hail. Seek shelter immediately if in the area; the warning could be extended or canceled by NWS.

1:29 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning Champaign, Douglas

Severe Thunderstorm Warning now active until 2:00 AM EDT for Champaign and Douglas counties. Damaging winds and large hail are the main threats. Take cover right away; updates may adjust the warning.

1:34 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Central IL Counties

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is now in effect until 4:00 AM EDT for Champaign, Clark, Coles, Cumberland, Douglas, Edgar and Vermilion counties in Illinois. This means severe thunderstorms capable of strong winds and large hail are possible. Prepare now by reviewing your safety plan and staying weather-aware.

What's Next

Storms may continue producing tornadoes and severe weather into the early morning. The Severe Thunderstorm Watch runs until 4:00 AM EDT, after which conditions could ease. Monitor local updates from the National Weather Service for any changes.

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