STAUNTON, Ill. — Severe storms moved through central Illinois Saturday night leaving some areas with damage.
Country Classic Cars in Staunton was damaged after a tornado went through the area. Fire officials said three buildings were damaged as well as a number of cars that were inside. Thankfully, no one was injured.
Russell and Anita Noel, the owners of the popular classic car shop, do not yet know how many cars were damaged. They told 5 On Your Side that they will be back Sunday morning to survey the damage and by Monday morning, the phones will be back up and running.
"The good thing is no one was hurt, and we have insurance. So, we'll just move on. Like my grandson says, 'It's no hill for a climber,'" Russell said. "My phones got so many texts and phone messages from friends, you don't realize how many friends you have until something like this happens.”
In August 2017, Country Classic Cars had a large fire rip through its main building and gift shop, destroying 142 classic cars.
5 On Your Side received several photos and videos of tornadoes in the areas of Litchfield, Mount Olive and Staunton.
Officials said Taylorville suffered severe damage after a tornado went through the area. They are barricading areas where there is damage.
Some homes are a total loss while others have significant damage. One business in the area is a total loss. Some power lines are down in the area as well.
Officials said there are at least 30 people injured.
The National Weather Service will send crews out on Sunday to determine the strength and tack of the tornadoes.
