A tornado warning has been issued for southeast La Salle County and northwest Livingston County as a severe storm moves toward Streator.
The warning from the National Weather Service is in effect until 9:15 p.m. on Tuesday.
At 8:35 p.m., a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Wenona, about 9 miles west of Streator, and moving east at about 40 mph. The storm is expected to move near south Streator around 8:45 p.m.
Residents in the area are urged to take shelter immediately in a basement or interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building and stay away from windows.