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Possible tornado causes damage across the area

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At least three people are hospitalized after a storm punches through the farming community of Williamsville.

Two motorcyclists were blown off their bikes and another man was injured when the wall of the Christian Church collapsed upon him. There is extensive damage to the area. A Casey's Convenience Store was almost completely destroyed, plus several other structures have been destroyed.

The Sangamon County Sheriff's Department has set up a command post in Williamsville. Authorities have closed the exit ramp into Williamsville from Interstate 55. They're only allowing emergency responders in and keeping curiosity seekers out.         

The long line of strong storms saw a number of reported tornadoes, but the National Weather Service has yet to confirm.

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