Tornado warnings, strong winds, hail and significant rain all struck Effingham County Wednesday evening, resulting in scattered downed trees and power lines. Officials did not report any injuries related to the storm.
The National Weather Service (NWS) is still surveying the area to confirm whether any tornados touched down. According to local officials, power lines, power poles and trees were all blown down in Teutopolis, Altamont and Beecher City. Pieces of sheds and other housing have also been reported.
Powerful winds of at least 63 miles per hour were reported on the NWS’ website east of Effingham along I-70. Flooding in Altamont has been reported, as well.
Effingham County will be under a flood watch until Sunday morning. More than four inches of rain is likely.