Multiple Schools Closed or Delayed Due to Storm Damage
Power outages forced closures, two-hour delays and canceled school events across the Tri-State region, officials said.
- On Wednesday, August 12, 2026, schools across the Chicago area, Indiana, and the Tri-State region canceled classes or implemented delays after severe storms caused widespread power outages and property damage.
- Tuesday's severe weather, classified as a derecho, produced wind gusts of up to 100 mph, large hail, and tornadoes, leaving more than 274,000 NIPSCO customers and more than 146,000 ComEd customers without power.
- Portage Township Schools and Hobart schools canceled classes to assess storm damage, while Bloom Township High School in Chicago Heights transitioned to an e-learning day for students.
- Administrators emphasized that student safety remains the priority during recovery efforts, with Munster officials stating they "sincerely appreciate your patience, understanding, and support as we navigate this unexpected situation."
- While some districts resume classes today, Thursday, August 13, 2026, LaPorte Community Schools delayed their start until August 17th due to ongoing cleanup requirements.
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School canceled in Pike County following stroms
PIKE COUNTY, Ind. (WEHT) -- The Pike County School Corporation has canceled class following sever weather in the county. A release from the school corporation says class will be canceled on August 13. They say students and staff have been impacted by storm damage in Winslow and surrounding areas. Thursday will not be an eLearning [...]
Tri-State schools closed or delayed as storms continue
Some schools in the Tri-State are closed Wednesday, or operating on a delay after severe weather moved through the region overnight.Lynchburg-Clay Local School District in Highland County announced Tuesday evening that schools would be closed Wednesday, August 12 because of storm damage in the district. The district will still hold open houses, but with an adjusted schedule.In Northern Kentucky, Newport Independent Schools are also closed Wednes…
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