Tornado in Murrayville Illinois

On Sunday March 12th 2006 an intense storm tore thru Murrayville Illinois just after 7:30pm. This storm cell has been confirmed to have spawned numerous tornadoes during it's life cycle; including a 1/2 mile wide twister while in still in Missouri and a pair of F2's while over Springfield Illinois. We hope that everyone in the area is safe and sound after this terrifying ordeal. You can find the Springfield Illinois tornado damage photos here.

Murrayville Illinois Tornado Damage Photos

Looking down this street it's easy to see why it was difficult to get around town.

This mobile home was completely destroyed.


This building was ripped into pieces.


Another view of the destruction.


The dog that lived here is very lucky to have escaped.


The properties southwest of Murrayville also have lots of storm/tornado damage.


This barn just outside Murrayville collapsed during the storm.


The garage roof was blown off along with alot more damage.


This gas station roof took some damage and was peeled up.


This garage door was blown in.


Someone has a new tree house...


Tornado flight path and strength.