Officials search tornado-damaged areas after strong storms hit Illinois and Indiana
Summary
Strong storms with multiple tornadoes hit areas south of Chicago, Illinois, and Indiana, causing widespread damage and power outages affecting about 380,000 people. Officials searched damaged neighborhoods, cleared roads, and found no immediate reports of deaths or serious injuries.Key Facts
- Severe storms struck Illinois and Indiana, especially near Merrillville, Streator, and Hebron.
- Around 380,000 customers lost electricity due to downed power lines.
- Tornadoes damaged homes, buildings, trees, and part of a high school’s roof.
- Emergency crews and multiple agencies worked through the night to assess damage and clear roads.
- A shelter was opened in Streator for people displaced by the storms.
- Flights were delayed or canceled at airports in Chicago, Philadelphia, and New York because of the weather.
- The National Weather Service is investigating how many tornadoes touched down in the area.
- No deaths or life-threatening injuries were reported as of Friday.
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