Normal Fire Department (Normal, IL)

06/13/2026

Today, Inspector Jessie Barnhill is celebrating four years of service with the Normal Fire Department.

Congratulations!

06/13/2026

Normal Fire Department presents the colors over the Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics as the torch makes its way through town to opening ceremonies.

We wish all athletes, coaches, family and friends a wonderful Special Olympics Summer Games this weekend at Illinois State University!

06/13/2026

Weather Alert - Flood Warning is in effect in McLean County until Saturday afternoon.

Mackinaw River Near Congerville. When: From This Evening to Tomorrow Afternoon. Impacts At 13.0 Feet, Widespread Agricultural Flooding Occurs. More: At 6:45 PM Friday The Stage Was 13.0 Feet. Recent Activity The Maximum River Stage In... https://www.simpleweatheralert.com/cgi-bin/weatherdetail.py?m=urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.5ebf2060e346fa5f1e5e7742718c551dba7c01c7.001.1&a=2051&t=0&wjh=1&wji=1

Persons With Interests Along This River Need To Remain Aware Of The Latest Forecasts And Associated Flood Risk For Their Area. Stay Tuned For Further Updates On This Flooding Situation. Additional Information Is Available At Www.weather.gov.

06/12/2026

This week, Engineer Jeff Pemberton is celebrating 18 years of service to the Normal Fire Department.

Congratulations!

06/11/2026

Weather Alert - Severe Thunderstorm Warning remains in effect in McLean County until 7:15 PM.

Severe Thunderstorms From Lexington to Heyworth Moving E At 55 MPH. 70 MPH Wind Gusts, Large Hail. Wind Damage is Also Likely to Mobile Homes, Roofs & Outbuildings. These Severe Storms will Be Near Le Roy & Colfax Around 700 PM. Other... https://www.simpleweatheralert.com/cgi-bin/weatherdetail.py?m=urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.c95146c760ff337f7663453347d94aa4604052f3.001.1&a=2051&t=0&wjh=1&wji=1

A Tornado Watch Remains In Effect Until 900 PM CDT For Central Illinois. For Your Protection Move To An Interior Room On The Lowest Floor Of A Building.

06/11/2026

Weather Alert - Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect in McLean County until 7:45 PM.

Severe Thunderstorms From Lexington to Heyworth to Mount Pulaski Moving E At 55 MPH. 70 MPH Wind Gusts, Large Hail. Wind Damage is Also Likely to Mobile Homes, Roofs & Outbuildings. Severe Thunderstorms will Be Near Farmer City & Saybro... https://www.simpleweatheralert.com/cgi-bin/weatherdetail.py?m=urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.713cebf93a47be5b69bab40610034c1d0ed293c3.001.1&a=2051&t=1&wjh=1&wji=1

Remain Alert For A Possible Tornado! Tornadoes Can Develop Quickly From Severe Thunderstorms. If You Spot A Tornado Go At Once Into The Basement Or Small Central Room In A Sturdy Structure. For Your Protection Move To An Interior Room On The Lowest Floor Of A Building. A Tornado Watch Remains In Eff...

06/11/2026

Weather Alert - Tornado Warning is in effect in McLean County until 7 PM.

Potential Tornado Over Normal Moving NE At 80 MPH. This Possible Tornado will Be Near Bloomington, Lexington & Towanda Around 640 PM. Interstate 39 Between Mile Markers 0 & 3. Interstate 55 Between Mile Markers 159 & 182. Interstate 74... https://www.simpleweatheralert.com/cgi-bin/weatherdetail.py?m=urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.1c4c0dd43233b5e2fdef44e0167334102e17ed2b.001.1&a=2051&t=1&wjh=1&wji=1

Take Cover Now! Move To A Basement Or An Interior Room On The Lowest Floor Of A Sturdy Building. Avoid Windows. If You Are Outdoors, In A Mobile Home, Or In A Vehicle, Move To The Closest Substantial Shelter And Protect Yourself From Flying Debris.

06/11/2026

Weather Alert - Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect in McLean County until 7:15 PM.

Severe Thunderstorms From Deer Creek to San Jose Moving E At 50 MPH. 70 MPH Wind Gusts. Damage is Likely to Mobile Homes, Roofs & Outbuildings. Severe Thunderstorms will Be Near Mackinaw, Delavan, Hopedale, Goodfield, Deer Creek & Conge... https://www.simpleweatheralert.com/cgi-bin/weatherdetail.py?m=urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.423b7a8a703d3c667d99a1e70bcf747597978803.001.1&a=2051&t=1&wjh=1&wji=1

For Your Protection Move To An Interior Room On The Lowest Floor Of A Building. A Tornado Watch Remains In Effect Until 900 PM CDT For Central Illinois.

06/11/2026

Updated severe weather outlook has us included in the Moderate Risk (Level 4 of 5) for severe weather. Be weather aware this afternoon and evening! Watch for rapidly changing conditions and make sure you have your phones charged, and multiple ways to receive emergency alerts.

If you have a weather radio and aren't sure how to program it, check out this page we made to help you make sure you're getting the alerts for our area > https://www.normalil.gov/1993/NOAA-Weather-Radio-Programming

Severe storms are expected across most of central Illinois through this evening. All hazards are possible, including winds over 75 mph, embedded tornadoes, and large hail up to golf ball size. Stay weather aware and ensure you have multiple ways to receive warnings.