Residents of Illinois are on duty as a powerful storm system has threatened to highlight the serious weather, including tornadoes, harmful winds and large shotguns from Friday night to Saturday morning. The national meteorological service has published a series of watches and warnings, and urged local communities to prepare for potentially life -threatening conditions.
Tornado watches and warnings issued
By Friday afternoon, a tornadic bell was effective for 11 counties in Illinois, including Madison, Calhoun, Green, Jersey, and McPin, which was in effect from 16.00. To 11 am. whistle.
This clock indicates that the situation is beneficial for tornado text, and the citizens must be careful.
In addition, a wind consultant is effective for the same areas on Saturday 15 March at 13.00, with 20 to 30 mph wind and up to 55 mph wind. The consultant indicates that Gusti winds can fly around unprotected objects, reduce wood organs, and cause electric power outages.
Designation of high-risk and potential impact
Storm Prediction Center on Saturday nominated the “high-risk” day for a serious season, a classification that is relatively rare and indicates the possibility of significant and long track or hail, large hail, and harmful winds.
The most important threats from severe storms – which can remain after dark because they move from East Missouri and Arkansas to West -are Illinois – 70 to 95 mph and the devastating wind in the tornado.
Security recommendations
- Look for shelter immediately: When you issue a Tornado Warning, you can go to an inner room on the lowest floor of a basement or the lowest floor of a strong building. Avoid windows and cover yourself with a mattress or heavy blanket to protect them from debris.
- Resident about mobile home: If you live in a mobilehouse, a strong building or storm is empty for shelter. Mobile houses are not safe under Tornado.
- Stay informed: To get real -time updates, keep the battery -powered weather radio or a mobile device with you.
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Emergency
Illinois Emergency Management Agency: (217) 782-2700
American Red Cross: 1-800-Red-Cross (1-800-733-2767)
conclusion
This serious weather phenomenon is a significant danger to life and property in many counties in Illinois. Residents are strongly recommended to take immediate measures to protect themselves and their loved ones. Stick to local news sites and weather services for continuous updates.
