Severe Tornadoes Strike Chicago Suburbs, More Storms Expected
The Chicago area and northwest Indiana are recovering from a series of severe storms that produced at least five tornadoes on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. The National Weather Service confirmed tornadoes with wind speeds ranging from 86 to 110 mph in southern Cook County, eastern Will County, and Mokena, Illinois. These storms caused widespread power outages and significant damage, including downed trees and structural impacts. Another round of severe weather, including the potential for strong winds up to 70 mph, was forecasted for Wednesday, August 12, 2026, with a severe thunderstorm watch in effect for Joliet, Kankakee, and DeKalb until 1 p.m. (Source time: Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:26:00 GMT). 
