(May 16, 2025 Tornado Southeast of Marion, IL)
The Storm Prediction Center in Norman Oklahoma has released preliminary tornado data for 2025, revealing that Southern Illinois experienced over 20 tornadoes last year, with more than six rated EF-2 or higher in intensity. Statewide, Illinois ranks second in the nation for the most tornadoes, trailing only Texas, with a total of 141 reported.
Notably, the second strongest tornado in the United States by wind speed in 2025 occurred in Marion, where an EF-4 tornado was recorded in May.
Despite a near record-breaking year for tornado activity, no tornado-related fatalities were reported in the region.