CHAMPAIGN (WBBM NEWSRADIO) - Authorities spotted a confirmed tornado in downstate Champaign this past hour.
According to the National Weather Service, the tornado was located near Champaign at around 9 a.m., moving northeast at 45 mph toward Thomasboro.
A Tornado Warning was in place for Northeast Champaign County until 9:15 a.m.
The NWS warned of potential damage to mobile homes, roofs, windows and cars. Tree damage was also expected.
Officials calculated the tornado to be near Rantoul at 9:05 a.m. and near Gifford at 9:10 a.m.
This is a developing story. Stay tuned to WBBM Newsradio for updates
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