Strong Wind in Jackson, Illinois

Strong Wind February 17, 2026 – February 18, 2026 · Jackson, Illinois

47 mph

Measured gust (41 kt)

$1K

Damage as recorded

The wider storm

A strong Pacific jet brought unseasonably warm conditions ahead of a cold front that caused gusty gradient winds the night of the 17th. Isolated wind gusts between 37-47 mph briefly occurred into the early morning hours of the 18th before diminishing. Large tree limbs were brought down locally.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1316439. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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