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Contractor Rescued, Another Missing in Downers Grove Sewer Incident

Contractor Rescued, Another Missing in Downers Grove Sewer Incident

In Downers Grove, Illinois, a rescue operation is underway after two contractors became trapped in a storm sewer. Rescue teams from multiple west suburban fire departments have been deployed to the scene near downtown Downers Grove. One contractor has been successfully rescued, while efforts continue to locate the second individual. The incident has drawn significant attention, highlighting the risks associated with infrastructure work and the critical role of emergency services in such situations.
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Tornado Causes Destruction in Wisconsin, Damages Homes and Vehicles

Tornado Causes Destruction in Wisconsin, Damages Homes and Vehicles

A devastating tornado struck Wisconsin, causing significant destruction to homes and vehicles. The tornado left a trail of damage, with video footage showing mangled vehicles on highways and destroyed houses. In Illinois, the storm also resulted in downed trees crashing into homes and cars. The severe weather event has prompted emergency responses and assessments of the damage caused by the tornado.
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Severe Thunderstorms Cause Flash Floods and Power Outages in Chicago Area

Severe Thunderstorms Cause Flash Floods and Power Outages in Chicago Area

Severe thunderstorms have swept through the Chicago area, causing flash floods and extensive power outages. The storms prompted tornado warnings and severe thunderstorm watches, with damaging winds, hail, and heavy rain reported. Over 281,000 ComEd customers in Illinois and 27,000 Nipsco customers in Northwest Indiana experienced power outages. The storms caused significant damage, including downed trees and power lines, and disrupted public transportation. Emergency services are responding to incidents, including rescuing workers trapped in storm sewers.
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Severe Weather in Wisconsin and Illinois Causes Destruction and Power Outages

Severe Weather in Wisconsin and Illinois Causes Destruction and Power Outages

A tornado struck Wisconsin, causing extensive damage to homes, vehicles, and infrastructure, and leaving over 30,000 people without power. The National Weather Service confirmed the tornado in Winnebago County, with significant damage reported in Appleton and Menasha. In Illinois, severe storms resulted in downed trees and damaged homes and cars. Emergency services are assessing the damage, and no fatalities have been reported so far.
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NWS Investigates Possible Tornadoes in Illinois After Severe Storms

NWS Investigates Possible Tornadoes in Illinois After Severe Storms

The National Weather Service (NWS) is conducting assessments in the Chicago area following severe storms that caused extensive damage on Monday. The storms, which included high winds, large hail, and flash flooding, have led to reports of several probable tornado paths. The NWS is focusing its efforts on DuPage County and Southern Cook County, where significant damage was reported. The storms left many areas without power and caused structural damage, prompting a large-scale response from emergency services.
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Chicago faces dangerous combo of heat, tornado risk and flash flooding

Chicago faces dangerous combo of heat, tornado risk and flash flooding

Chicago faces extreme heat, 70 mph winds, golf-ball hail and flash flooding as an omega block and corn sweat fuel strong storms from late morning into evening
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Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Parts of Indiana and Illinois

Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Parts of Indiana and Illinois

The National Weather Service's Storm Prediction Center has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for parts of east-central Illinois and central Indiana. The watch is in effect from 2:40 PM until 9:00 PM EDT. The primary threats include widespread damaging winds, isolated significant gusts up to 80 mph, and the possibility of large hail and tornadoes. An intensifying cluster of thunderstorms is expected to move southward through a moist and unstable air mass, posing a risk of severe weather conditions.
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Possible Tornado Hits Orland Park, Residents Take Shelter

Possible Tornado Hits Orland Park, Residents Take Shelter

A possible tornado swept through Orland Park, Illinois, prompting residents to seek shelter. CBS News Chicago reporter Asal Rezai was in the area when she received a tornado warning on her phone. She took refuge and reported on the severe weather conditions affecting the suburb. The storm caused significant concern among locals as they braced for potential damage.
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Severe Thunderstorms and Tornado Warnings Impact Chicago Area Amid Extreme Heat

Severe Thunderstorms and Tornado Warnings Impact Chicago Area Amid Extreme Heat

Severe thunderstorms and tornado warnings have been issued across the Chicago area, affecting multiple counties in Illinois and northwest Indiana. The National Weather Service (NWS) has placed the region under an 'enhanced' threat of severe weather, which is level three out of five. The storms are bringing destructive winds exceeding 70 mph (113 km/h), golf ball-sized hail, and torrential rainfall. A severe thunderstorm watch remains in effect for Kankakee and Will counties in Illinois, as well as Jasper, Lake, and Newton counties in Indiana, until 7 p.m. CDT. Earlier in the day, tornado warnings were issued for parts of DuPage, Cook, and Will counties in Illinois, and Lake County in Indiana. Extreme heat warnings and heat advisories are also in place across the area until 9 p.m. CDT.
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Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Parts of Indiana and Illinois

Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Parts of Indiana and Illinois

The Storm Prediction Center has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for portions of east-central Illinois and central Indiana. This watch is in effect from 2:40 PM to 9:00 PM EDT on Monday, July 27, 2026. The primary threats include widespread damaging winds with gusts up to 80 mph, isolated large hail up to 2 inches in diameter, and the potential for a tornado or two. The storms are expected to intensify as they move southward through a moist and unstable air mass, posing significant risks to the affected areas. Residents are urged to stay alert and monitor updates as conditions may change rapidly. [Source time: not specified]
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Tornado Warnings Issued Across Illinois and Indiana Amid Severe Storms

Tornado Warnings Issued Across Illinois and Indiana Amid Severe Storms

Severe thunderstorms swept through parts of Illinois and Indiana on Monday, prompting multiple tornado warnings in DuPage, Cook, Will, Lake, and Porter counties. According to the NBC 5 Storm Team, strong rotation was detected within several storm cells, leading to reports of possible tornado touchdowns in Orland Park and Glen Ellyn. A trained weather spotter confirmed a tornado touchdown in Orland Park at approximately 12:50 p.m., though no immediate damage was reported. The storms also brought destructive winds, large hail, and heavy downpours to the region.