Tornadoes Possible as Fast-Moving Storm Heads toward Western Springs

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Cook County until 6:45 p.m.

A line of thunderstorms traveling 60 mph in our direction were located over Yorkville at 5:18 p.m., the alert said. It is expected to arrive in the Western Springs area around 5:50 p.m.

Hail greater than three-quarters of an inch, 70 mph winds and tornadoes are possible with this storm.

“This is a dangerous situation,” the alert said. “These storms have been producing widespread wind damage.”