Tornado reported near Ransom, Illinois, in LaSalle County; train overturned, farms damaged

National Weather Service suspects a tornado hit Columbus Aug. 11

The peak winds reached 82 miles per hour and led to overturned cars, downed trees and building damage.

Tornado causes damage in rural Ransom and Streator

An EF1 tornado with winds 95-100mph damaged homes north of Streator and Ransom on Monday, Aug. 10, 2026. The tornado even pushed about two dozen train cars on it's side.

Cleanup begins in Ransom after tornado leaves trail of debris and overturned rail cars

Cleanup efforts began Monday morning in LaSalle County after a tornado tore through the rural community of Ransom late Sunday night.

Tornado reported near Ransom, Illinois, in LaSalle County; train overturned, farms damaged

The National Weather Service will survey the area near Ransom, Illinois, after a reported tornado touchdown overnight in LaSalle County.

Tornado touched down in LaSalle County during Sunday storms, officials say

The National Weather Service has released preliminary findings of a tornado that touched down in LaSalle County Sunday night.

EF-1 Tornado Confirmed Near Ransom Early This Morning

The National Weather Service has confirmed that at least one tornado hit our listening area last night. Weather officials say a survey team identified a preliminary EF-1 tornado damage north and northwest of Ransom in southeastern LaSalle County, consistent with…