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Rash of Tornado Outbreaks Across Illinois, NW Indiana
At least five tornadoes struck Illinois and Indiana, while southwest Michigan faced flooding, hail, and severe thunderstorms under active watches, the National Weather Service reported.
- On Tuesday, the National Weather Service reported at least five tornadoes swept through east-central Illinois and west-central Indiana, marking a severe weather outbreak across the Midwest region.
- The Storm Prediction Center placed southern Chicagoland under a Level 4 Moderate Risk for severe weather, triggering tornado watches across multiple counties as the system developed.
- Extensive damage occurred near the Kankakee Fairgrounds after a confirmed tornado crossed into Aroma Park, while ground stops disrupted operations at Midway Airport and O'Hare Airport.
- Bracing for the same weather system, southwest Michigan residents prepared for strong storms and potential flooding Tuesday night into Wednesday morning following the Illinois and Indiana outbreak.
- Consumers Energy prepared crews across the Lower Peninsula for potential power outages, as forecasts called for wind gusts up to 60 mph and isolated tornadoes.
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An employee emerges after being rescued from a Family Dollar store destroyed by a tornado on March 10, 2026 in Lake Village, Indiana. The National Weather Service had issued an urgent warning about a large tornado moving through the area, calling it a “life-threatening situation.” (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images) (NEW YORK) — At least two people are dead and multiple others suffered injuries in Indiana due to severe weather overnight that …
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