Putnam storm history
Storm events recorded in Putnam, Illinois between 1950 and 2025.
360
Total events
12
Tornadoes
63
Hail
14
Floods
0
Deaths
$14.1M
Property damage
Most significant events
Strongest tornadoes, deadliest events, and biggest damage in this county. Up to 50 shown.
Tornado F3 Tornado
Rated very high end F2
Bow echo
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snowfall reports ranged from 8.7 inches 2 miles southwest of Florid from a trained spotter to to 9.7 inches 1 mile west of Hennepin from the COOP Observer.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The Emergency Manager reported a 2 inch diameter tree limbs down.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Numerous trees blown down, blocking roads south of Hennepin.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Several power poles were snapped off between Hennepin and Mark. 1400 power customers are without power.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A 3 inch diameter tree branch blown down in a yard.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The Fire Department reported a thunderstorm wind gusts of 64 MPH as the gust front hit.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A trained spotter reported that a tree was down and blocking Illinois 18 just east of the Illinois River bridge. The time of the event was estimated using radar.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The Emergency Manager reported that a large tree blown down on a car.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The Emergency Manager reported large tree down on a portion of a house damaging the roof and gutters.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The Emergency Manager reported damage to a grain bin and trees.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Law Enforcement reported large branches of 1 foot plus in diameter downed.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Law Enforcement reported a couple of trees down in the Wolf Hollow area. The time of the event was estimated using radar.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A large 8 to 10 inch tree limb was reported down on a remote rural road. The time was estimated from radar data.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Reported 12 inch diameter tree limb reported down across Highway 26. The time was estimated from radar data.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
An 8 inch diameter tree limb down. The time was estimated from radar data.
Tornado EF1 Tornado
A tornado touched down just east of Hwy 26 south of Henry, in northern Marshall County, at 440 pm CST. It crossed into Putnam county about 300 yards southeast of IL Highway 18, around 4:44 pm CST, and later overturned a semi on Hwy 18. Several large trees were uprooted or snapped…
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Numerous reports of 6 to 9 inches of snow were received, with widespread significant drifting snow continuing into the evening hours.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Eight inch diameter tree snapped near the sheriff's office, with branches downed around town.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Estimated winds around 65 mph, with trees down throughout the county. Time was estimated by radar.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
The CoCoRAHS observer 1 mile northwest of McNabb reported 1.0 inches of snow. Winds increased quickly behind a strong cold front with gusts of 40 to 50 MPH leading to reduced visibilities in blowing and drifting snow. Temperatures also dropped quickly with wind chills of -20 to -…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The COOP Observer reported a large tree knocked down in their yard. The time of the event was estimated using radar.
Hail Hail
A trained spotter reports estimated penny to quarter size hail.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A trained spotter reported a garage door damaged along with a few trees down on property. There is also erratic corn damage in fields near residence.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A trained spotter reported that the highest winds lasted 5 minutes with winds over 55 MPH lasting for approximately 10 minutes. Torrential rains also occurred during the entire time.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The COOP observer reported several tree limbs down, and power out for several hours. Also had a 2 inch diameter, 6 foot tall apple tree uprooted. The time of the event was estimated using radar.
Hail Hail
Hail up to quarter sized, relayed through social media.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Spotter reports showed 4 to 7 inches of snow fell across Putnam County. Nearby reports indicated that significant drifting snow continued to close roads, after plowing, during the afternoon of February 2nd. The highest totals of estimated 6-7 inches were received from just west o…
Winter Weather Winter Weather
A few spotter and public reports of 2-5 inches of snow fell across portions of Putnam County. Blowing and drifting snow continued to cause problems on roads after plowing, lasting into January 2nd. The highest snowfall report was in Lone Tree Corners at 3.5 inches.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
The COOP observer near Hennepin reported 2.0 inches of snow.
Tornado EFU Tornado
A storm chaser reported a brief tornado. There was no visible damage to assign an EF-scale rating.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
The COOP observer in Hennepin reported 4.0 inches of snow and a glaze of ice.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
The COOP observer in Hennepin reported 2.0 inches of snow.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Widespread straight-line winds that produced extensive damage were reported throughout Putnam County, associated with a derecho. These winds lasted around an hour in total, even though the initial line of storms moved out fast. Damaging straight-line winds continued and were asso…
Funnel Cloud Funnel Cloud
Pictures showed a funnel cloud southwest of Granville.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Reports of numerous trees and limbs down, as well as power lines across the county.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Up to 2 inch diameter branches broken due to thunderstorm winds.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A member of the general public reported a large tree down along with several branches. This report was relayed by broadcast media. The time of the event was estimated using radar.
Hail Hail
A member of the general public reported quarter to half dollar size hail.
Hail Hail
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The COOP Observer reported a tree down and several other large tree limbs down on the garage. A wind gauge over the garage door measured a peak gust of 60 MPH. They also reported golf ball sized hail.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Law enforcement reported water and debris washed out Log Cabin Road and Route 29, south of Putnam Road. The road was impassable.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
The COOP Observer in Hennepin reported 2.3 inches of snow.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snowfall reports in surrounding counties ranged from 2 to 4 inches.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
An NWS Storm Survey determined that straight-line thunderstorm winds caused extensive damage in Granville, Illinois during the early morning hours. The winds snapped power poles, uprooted and snapped trees, and caused roof damage at several homes and business. The maximum winds w…
Winter Weather Winter Weather
The COOP Observer in Putnam reported 3.9 inches of snow.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A power line was reported down in Granville and a tree was down across the Highway 26 near Hennepin. The time of the event was estimated using radar.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was blown down onto Highway 26.
Events by year
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4 | 0 |
| 2024 | 13 | 1 |
| 2023 | 2 | 0 |
| 2022 | 9 | 0 |
| 2021 | 4 | 1 |
| 2020 | 11 | 0 |
| 2019 | 10 | 0 |
| 2018 | 5 | 0 |
| 2017 | 14 | 0 |
| 2016 | 7 | 2 |
| 2015 | 20 | 0 |
| 2014 | 13 | 0 |
| 2013 | 12 | 0 |
| 2012 | 15 | 0 |
| 2011 | 8 | 0 |
| 2010 | 17 | 1 |
| 2009 | 8 | 0 |
| 2008 | 25 | 0 |
| 2007 | 27 | 0 |
| 2006 | 27 | 0 |
| 2005 | 14 | 0 |
| 2004 | 6 | 1 |
| 2003 | 7 | 0 |
| 2002 | 2 | 0 |
| 2001 | 8 | 0 |
| 2000 | 27 | 0 |
| 1999 | 9 | 1 |
| 1998 | 8 | 0 |
| 1997 | 8 | 0 |
| 1996 | 6 | 0 |
| 1995 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | 2 | 0 |
| 1989 | 1 | 0 |
| 1987 | 1 | 0 |
| 1981 | 2 | 1 |
| 1978 | 1 | 0 |
| 1974 | 1 | 1 |
| 1972 | 2 | 1 |
| 1967 | 1 | 1 |
| 1965 | 1 | 1 |