(WAND) - The severe weather threat across Central Illinois is increasing for Tuesday afternoon and evening.
The Storm Prediction Center now has the area under a "Slight" risk, which is level two out of five.
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Strong to severe storms will likely move into our western hometowns around 4 p.m. and exit the area by 10 p.m. Tuesday.
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The biggest threats from these storms will be damaging winds and flash flooding.
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Large hail is a secondary threat and an isolated tornado can't be ruled out.
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The StormCenter 17 Weather Team is monitoring the severe weather threat and will have all the watches and warnings on air and on social media.
