NWS Issues Lincoln Tornado Warning as 92 Million Face Severe Storms, 80 Million Heat Risk
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Updated · NBC News · Jun 11
NWS Issues Lincoln Tornado Warning as 92 Million Face Severe Storms, 80 Million Heat Risk
3 articles · Updated · NBC News · Jun 11
Summary
Lincoln, Illinois, was placed under a tornado warning Thursday after a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was spotted near Dalton City.
92 million people across the Great Lakes, Plains, mid-Atlantic and Northeast face severe weather, with storms capable of 75 mph winds, 2-inch hail, tornadoes and flash flooding.
Nearly 3 million people are under flood watches in parts of Iowa, Illinois and northeast Missouri through Friday, days after flooding and storms left 35,000 Kansas customers without power.
80 million people from California to the Northeast also face dangerous heat, with temperatures 10 to 20 degrees above average and heat index readings of 95-110 F for millions.
New York City and Washington, D.C., were among areas issuing heat alerts and public safety guidance as thunderstorms and extreme humidity are expected to persist into Friday and, in D.C., through Saturday.
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Illinois Faces Record Tornadoes and Power Outages Amid June 11, 2026 Severe Weather Crisis
Overview
On June 11, 2026, a complex severe weather event unfolded across northern Illinois, causing significant disruption to essential services. Widespread damage to Commonwealth Edison Company's infrastructure, including downed poles and wires, led to major power outages affecting many residents. The utility company reported that it expects to restore 80% of power by Saturday, June 13. These immediate impacts highlight the severity of the ongoing weather situation and the challenges faced by communities as they respond to infrastructure damage and work toward recovery.