WELDON, IL (Chambana Today) — Severe storms caused significant damage in Weldon, including major impacts to a local school that will force closures on Tuesday.

Officials reported that the school, located just outside of town, lost approximately one-third of its roof during the storm. The extent of the damage has prompted administrators to cancel classes, noting that Tuesday will not be an e-learning day.

District leaders said additional information will be shared as assessments continue and crews evaluate the full scope of the damage. Residents are urged to use caution as cleanup efforts begin and to stay tuned for further updates from local officials.