Shelters open, curfew enacted, volunteers needed in Williamson County, IL

Shelters open, curfew enacted, volunteers needed in Williamson County, IL

Diederich says the sheriff's office is establishing checkpoints, patrolling, and will have deputies stationed in the affected areas.

Illinois Curfew in Effect: Tornado Devastates Williamson County Homes Through May 20

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Marion, Illinois – An emergency overnight curfew is now in effect across parts of Williamson County after a powerful tornado tore through homes and infrastructure, leaving widespread damage in its wake. According to the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, the curfew applies to areas within one mile of the storm’s path—from Grassy Road at …

No deaths, 7 injuries reported after EF3 tornado rips through Williamson County

MARION — As a spring day turned into evening on Friday, residents south of Marion felt a second wave of the day's storm system sweep through Williamson County.

Tornado Causes Significant Damage in Williamson County

WILLIAMSON COUNTY – Severe storms Friday evening brought heavy rain, hail, damaging winds and tornadoes to our area. Parts of Williamson County were especially hit hard by a tornado. No word at this time if there were any injuries or deaths. We are awaiting word from the National Weather Service in Paducah as to the strength of the tornado that traveled through the county. We will pass that information along to you as soon as it becomes availabl…