Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Northwestern Vermilion County, Illinois

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Lincoln has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for northwestern Vermilion County in east central Illinois. The alert was issued at 1:34 AM CST on February 19, 2026, and is effective immediately.

Affected Areas

The warning covers northwestern Vermilion County. At 1:34 AM CST, radar indicated a severe thunderstorm located near Rankin, or approximately 9 miles west of Hoopeston, moving northeast at 25 mph. The storm is expected to remain primarily over rural areas of the county.

What You Should Do

For your protection, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Residents should seek shelter immediately to avoid potential injury or property damage.

Expected Conditions

• Hazard: Quarter-size hail and wind gusts up to 50 MPH.
• Source: Radar indicated.
• Impact: Damage to vehicles is expected due to the size of the hail.

Timeline

The alert is effective from 1:34 AM CST until 2:00 AM CST on February 19, 2026. The storm is currently moving northeast at 25 mph.