Tornado Activity Surges in Wisconsin and Illinois
Recent data from Storm Guard highlights a significant shift in tornado activity, with northern markets like Wisconsin and Illinois experiencing a notable increase in storm-related damage over the past five to ten years. Traditionally outside Tornado Alley, these areas are now seeing more frequent and severe storms, particularly in cities such as Madison, WI, and Naperville, IL. This shift has transformed the nature of business for local restoration teams, with storm-related repairs now dominating the season. Additionally, homes in these regions, not built with severe weather in mind, are more vulnerable to damage compared to those in traditional Tornado Alley. Later-season storms are also becoming more common, further emphasizing the changing weather patterns.
