ST. LOUIS — The severe thunderstorm watch has expired for the 5 On Your Side viewing area. More strong storms are expected Thursday afternoon.
Severe thunderstorms downed power lines on Illinois Route 111 near Old Fidelity Road in Brighton, Illinois. Police confirmed the entire town was without power.
Multiple semitrucks were blown over along northbound Interstate 55 between Litchfield and Farmersville, according to a National Weather Service storm report.
After the main line of storms sweeps through, there will be lingering showers. A few storms will continue to move up along Interstate 44.
Rain should clear by lunchtime, and the afternoon hours will be warm and breezy as more storms flare up.
The storms Thursday evening could be stronger with damaging winds, hail up to 2 inches and a tornado or two.
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Large hail, damaging winds and isolated tornadoes are possible Thursday evening, but the exact specifics on where the highest threat areas will be refined during the day Thursday.
Right now, the entire 5 On Your Side viewing area has a slight risk (level 2) Thursday into Thursday night, so be prepared and know what to do in the event of any severe weather.
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