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Tornado warning issued for St. Charles, Elgin until 6:45 p.m.

By Shaw Local News Network
Dark clouds filled the sky northwest of Sterling on Wednesday, July 12, 2023 as storm warnings were posted across the region.

Dark clouds filled the sky northwest of Sterling on Wednesday, July 12, 2023 as storm warnings were posted across the region. A tornado warning was issued in northeastern Kane County until 6:45 p.m. Wednesday. (Earleen Hinton/Shaw Media)

The National Weather Service has issued a tornado warning for northeastern Kane County, including Campton Hills, St. Charles, Valley View, South Elgin and Elgin until 6:45 p.m. Wednesday.

According to the NWS, a tornado was spotted near Campton Hills at 6:22 p.m., moving east at 40 mph.

Residents in the path of the tornado are advised to take cover in the basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.

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