Full Notification

The National Weather Service in Paducah has issued a

* Tornado Warning for... Northwestern White County in southeastern Illinois... Southern Wayne County in south central Illinois... Western Edwards County in southeastern Illinois... Northern Hamilton County in south central Illinois...

* Until 515 PM CDT.

* At 426 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 9 miles south of Wayne City, or 9 miles northwest of Mcleansboro, moving east at 55 mph. HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely.

* Locations impacted include... Fairfield, Albion, Wayne City, Dahlgren, Sims, Mill Shoals, Springerton, Keenes, Golden Gate, Belle Prairie City and Burnt Prairie. This includes Interstate 64 in Illinois between Mile Markers 92 and 128.

* AFFECTED AREAS: WAYNE, IL ... EDWARDS, IL ... WHITE, IL ... HAMILTON, IL

Instructions:

TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris. To report severe weather contact your nearest law enforcement agency. They will send your report to the National Weather Service office in Paducah.