Thunderstorm Wind — Lawrence, Illinois

2025-08-19 · near Lawrenceville, Lawrence, Illinois

Event narrative

Several 4 to 6-inch diameter tree branches were blown down near the intersection of IL-1 and County Road 880 North.

Wider weather episode

A broken line of thunderstorms formed ahead of a cold front along the I-70 corridor during the afternoon of August 19th. One of the cells produced 50-60 mph wind gusts and isolated wind damage in Lawrence County.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1289085. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.