US: Tornado warning issued for Springfield, Illinois, and nearby areas until at least 18:45 CDT March 31

Event

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a tornado warning for Springfield and other parts of Sangamon County, March 31. The warning is active through at least 18:45 CDT. The warning could be extended or expanded at short notice.

This is a developing situation; additional information will be issued as warranted.

Advice

Seek shelter immediately in areas covered by the warning. Be prepared to quickly move to a safe location if new warnings are issued. Postpone driving until weather conditions improve. Charge battery-powered devices in case prolonged electricity outages occur. Monitor local media for updated emergency and weather information.