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CHICAGO (CBS) — A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for McHenry County until 8 p.m.
The National Weather Service said a severe thunderstorm was located near Poplar Grove around 6:45 p.m., heading southeast at 25 mph.
Impacted locations include Crystal Lake, Lake in the Hills, Belvidere, Woodstock, Huntley, Marengo, Poplar Grove, Hampshire, Candlewick Lake, Lakewood, Capron, Timberlane, Union, Garden Prairie and Ridgefield.
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, which might cause flash flooding. The storm also is creating 60 mph wind gusts and penny-sized hail.
The storm could cause damage to roofs, siding, and trees.