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RECAP: Tornadoes, Flooding, and Large Hail Batter Midwest in Multi-Day Outbreak

A powerful severe weather system swept through the U.S. Midwest and Great Lakes region on April 14–15, bringing tornadoes, giant hail, damaging winds, and widespread flooding to multiple states. Michigan was among the hardest hit, with the Ann Arbor area reporting building collapses, downed power lines, and thousands of customers without electricity. In Milwaukee, heavy rains on Wednesday evening prompted the closure of Interstate 43 and left streets impassable across the city. At American Family Field, rain leaked through the retractable roof during the Milwaukee Brewers game against the Toronto Blue Jays.

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US: Strong Storms Hit Greater Chicago Area, Prompting Tornado and Flood Watches

Strong storms moved across the Greater Chicago area on Tuesday, April 14, prompting Tornado and Flood Watches for multiple counties in the region. A ground stop was also issued at O'Hare Airport due to thunderstorms.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Large Hail, Damaging Winds and Tornado Threat to Midwest 3

Severe thunderstorms swept across the Midwest on Thursday, March 26, 2026, bringing large hail, damaging winds, and tornado threats to Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. The National Weather Service issued watches and warnings across the region. Hail as large as baseball-sized was reported in some areas, while wind gusts reached up to 75 mph in parts of Central Illinois. Tornado watches were also issued for parts of Ohio. By midnight, the storms began to exit the region, leaving behind localized flooding and a sharp drop in temperatures.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Large Hail, Damaging Winds and Tornado Threat to Midwest 2

Severe thunderstorms swept across the Midwest on Thursday, March 26, 2026, bringing large hail, damaging winds, and tornado threats to Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. The National Weather Service issued watches and warnings across the region. Hail as large as baseball-sized was reported in some areas, while wind gusts reached up to 75 mph in parts of Central Illinois. Tornado watches were also issued for parts of Ohio. By midnight, the storms began to exit the region, leaving behind localized flooding and a sharp drop in temperatures.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Large Hail, Damaging Winds and Tornado Threat to Midwest

Severe thunderstorms swept across the Midwest on Thursday, March 26, 2026, bringing large hail, damaging winds, and tornado threats to Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. The National Weather Service issued watches and warnings across the region. Hail as large as baseball-sized was reported in some areas, while wind gusts reached up to 75 mph in parts of Central Illinois. Tornado watches were also issued for parts of Ohio. By midnight, the storms began to exit the region, leaving behind localized flooding and a sharp drop in temperatures.

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US: High Winds Batter Chicago Area, Bringing Widespread Damage

On Friday, March 13, strong winds swept through the Chicago area, knocking out power to thousands of customers, tearing the roof off of a north suburban school, downing trees, and causing flight delays, while a High Wind Warning remained in effect throughout much of the day. This video shows a vehicle that was overturned by strong winds on I-57 south of Kankakee.

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US: Late-Season Snow Sweeps Through Chicago as Cold Front Moves In

Chicago experienced snowfall on Wednesday, March 11, as a cold front swept through the region, bringing wintry conditions to the city.

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US: Powerful Bomb Cyclone Continues to Batter Northeast With Record Snow

A powerful “bomb cyclone” continued to batter the northeastern United States on Monday, February 23, leaving hundreds of thousands without power and dumping up to 3 feet of snow in some states. It triggered states of emergency across several states and brought up to 19 inches of snow to parts of New York City, forcing the Boston Globe to suspend its print edition for the first time in its 153-year history.

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US: Floating Ice Drifts Through Chicago River Amid Frozen Conditions 2

The Chicago River was partially frozen as plummeting temperatures continued in the city. This video captures an icebreaker navigating the frozen Chicago River on Thursday, January 29.

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US: Floating Ice Drifts Through Chicago River Amid Frozen Conditions

The Chicago River was partially frozen as plummeting temperatures continued in the city. This video shows the remains of floating ice on the Chicago River in Chicago on Thursday, January 29.

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US: Heavy Snow Squall Drops Visibility in Chicago, Winter Weather Alerts in Effect 2

Snow squall warnings were issued Wednesday morning, January 14 across parts of the Chicago area, bringing brief but intense snowfall, whiteout conditions, and strong winds that created hazardous travel conditions. The fast-moving squalls led to slick roads, reduced visibility, and flight disruptions at O’Hare Airport, where departures were temporarily grounded and delays averaged nearly an hour. Some areas reported up to two inches of snow in under two hours, while lake-effect snow is expected to continue affecting parts of Chicago, northwest Indiana, and southwest Michigan through Thursday

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US: Heavy Snow Squall Drops Visibility in Chicago, Winter Weather Alerts in Effect

Heavy snow blanketed Chicago on Wednesday morning, January 14, causing significant flight delays and creating whiteout conditions for commuters. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a 90-minute ground stop at O’Hare International Airport as a band of intense snow and ice moved through the metro area. Potent lake-effect snow is expected to impact parts of Chicago, northwest Indiana, and southwest Michigan through Thursday, January 15, with travel warnings remaining in effect.

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US: Strong Winds, Snow and Sharp Temperature Drop Threaten Northern Illinois

Strong winds, plunging temperatures and light snow are forecast to create hazardous conditions across northern Illinois and northwest Indiana through Monday, December 29, with gusts up to 55 mph, icy roads and reduced visibility.

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US: Chicago Sees Another Round of Snow as Season Totals Surge

Overnight snowfall early Sunday, December 7, pushed Chicago’s seasonal total past 17 inches—the fastest since 1978. More than 200 city trucks cleared roads before dawn, helping residents manage slick travel conditions.

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US: Cold Front Sweeps Through Illinois, Causing Travel Disruptions

A cold front rolled through Illinois on Wednesday, December 3, bringing heavy snow, causing travel issues that included a ground stop for over an hour at Chicago's O'Hare Airport.

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US: Heavy Downpour Causes Flooding in Chicago Area

On Tuesday evening, August 12, heavy downpours from storms caused homes and streets to flood in parts of the Chicago area. The storms are also expected to bring isolated strong winds as they move through the region.

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US: Massive Shelf Cloud Caught on Time-Lapse Video Over Orland Park, Illinois

Severe thunderstorms swept through Chicago on Wednesday, July 16, bringing wind gusts up to 67 mph. The storm caused damage, including downed trees, power outages, and flight disruptions. This video captures a massive shelf cloud looming over the sky in Orland Park.

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US: Spectacular Lightning Seen Across Chicago Sky

Severe thunderstorm warnings were issued across the greater Chicago area throughout Thursday evening, July 10. These storms brought drenching rain to downtown Chicago earlier in the evening, with a series of lightning flashes illuminating the night sky.

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US: Chicago Beyoncé Concert Delayed Due to Severe Weather

Severe weather hit the Chicago area on Thursday, May 15, forcing a delay of the first night of Beyonce's "Cowboy Carter" tour at Soldier Field. Fans were required to evacuate the venue, with many remaining in the covered concourse.

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US: Powerful Storms Sweep Through Illinois, Multiple Tornadoes Confirmed

A powerful storm system moved through the Midwest on Wednesday, March 19, prompting tornado warnings and watches in several areas of Illinois. The National Weather Service later confirmed that eight tornadoes touched down in the greater Chicago area during the storms. This video shows a rotating cloud formation, spotted in New Lenox, central Will County, with sirens sounded in the background.

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US: Powerful Storms Sweep Through Illinois, Multiple Tornadoes Confirmed 2

A powerful storm system moved through the Midwest on Wednesday, March 19, prompting tornado warnings and watches in several areas of Illinois. The National Weather Service later confirmed that eight tornadoes touched down in the greater Chicago area during the storms. This video shows a rotating cloud formation, spotted in New Lenox, central Will County, with sirens sounded in the background.

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US: Hail Pelts Chicago Metropolitan Area as Severe Storms Move in 2

severe storms, including strong winds, heavy rain, and hail, hit the Chicago Metropolitan Area on Wednesday afternoon and evening, March 19. The National Weather Service issued a series of watches and warnings as the storm system moved through the region.

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US: Hail Pelts Chicago Metropolitan Area as Severe Storms Move in

Severe storms, including strong winds, heavy rain, and hail, hit the Chicago Metropolitan area on Wednesday afternoon and evening, March 19. The National Weather Service issued a series of watches and warnings as the storm system moved through the region.

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Coldest Day of This Week in Chicago

A person fully dressed for cold weather crosses a street in Chicago, the United States, on February 18, 2025. Despite the sunshine, it is likely the coldest day of this week in Chicago on Tuesday, with the highest temperature being minus 23.9 Celsius degrees and the lowest plunging to minus 28.3 Celsius degrees. The wind chill is at minus 31.6 Celsius degrees. Photo by Vincent D. Johnson/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: Pancake Ice Formed On Lake Michigan In Chicago, IL

Pancake ice was spotted floating on Lake Michigan near Chicago, Illinois, on Sunday, January 19, as dangerously cold wind chills swept through the area.

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US: First Snowflakes Of The Season Arrive In Chicagoland

The first snowfall of the season arrived in Chicagoland on Wednesday, November 20, prompting a winter weather advisory. The snow continued through Thursday.

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US: Stunning Lightning Show Over Chicago Area As Thunderstorms Roll Through 2

A stunning lightning show was seen as severe storms battered Chicago area Tuesday evening, August 27.

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US: Stunning Lightning Show Over Chicago Area As Thunderstorms Roll Through

A stunning lightning show was seen as severe storms battered Chicago area Tuesday evening, August 27.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Brings Heavy Rains, Damaging Winds To Chicago Area

A severe thunderstorm moved into the Chicago area on Tuesday, August 27, bringing heavy rains and damaging winds. The National Weather Service issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch and a Flood Advisory for several counties.

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US: Severe Weather Moves Through Chicago Metropolitan Area

Severe weather moved through the Chicago metropolitan area on Friday evening, August 16. The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning for several counties in Illinois and Indiana.

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US: Passengers At Chicago O’Hare Airport Ordered To Shelter In Place Amid Tornado Warning 3

People at the Chicago O'Hare International Airport were told to shelter in place amid tornado threats and severe weather in the area on Monday night, July 15. A tornado warning prompted the order as severe weather rolled through the Chicago area. A large tornado was reported on the ground at the airport before 10 p.m.

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US: Tornado-Warned Storm Moves Into Northern Illinois 2

Another tornado warning was issued for northern Illinois, including Chicago, on Monday, July 15, as severe storms with strong winds moved into the area.

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US: Passengers Stranded At Chicago Midway International Airport Due To Possible Tornado

Passengers at Chicago Midway International Airport were stranded on Monday, July 15, as a possible tornado was spotted on the ground near the airport. Another tornado was reported to have touched down at Chicago O'Hare International Airport. The National Weather Service confirmed as many as 10 tornadoes in the Chicago metro area.

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US: Passengers At Chicago O’Hare Airport Ordered To Shelter In Place Amid Tornado Warning 2

People at the Chicago O'Hare International Airport were told to shelter in place amid tornado threats and severe weather in the area on Monday night, July 15. A tornado warning prompted the order as severe weather rolled through the Chicago area. A large tornado was reported on the ground at the airport before 10 p.m.

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US: Sirens Blare Through Downtown Chicago Amid Tornado-Warned Storms 2

The National Weather Service confirmed as many as 10 tornadoes in the Chicago metro area on Monday, July 15. Tornado sirens blared through the downtown area as the storms rolled in. A tornado was reported touching down in Chicago O'Hare International Airport and a separate possible one was spotted on the ground near Midway International Airport, hampering flight departures and arrivals.

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US: Passengers At Chicago O’Hare Airport Ordered To Shelter In Place Amid Tornado Warning

People at the Chicago O'Hare International Airport were told to shelter in place amid tornado threats and severe weather in the area on Monday night, July 15. A tornado warning prompted the order as severe weather rolled through the Chicago area. A large tornado was reported on the ground at the airport before 10 p.m.

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US: Sirens Blare Through Downtown Chicago Amid Tornado-Warned Storms

The National Weather Service confirmed as many as 10 tornadoes in the Chicago metro area on Monday, July 15. Tornado sirens blared through the downtown area as the storms rolled in. A tornado was reported touching down in Chicago O'Hare International Airport and a separate possible one was spotted on the ground near Midway International Airport, hampering flight departures and arrivals.

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US: Tornado-Warned Storm Moves Into Northern Illinois

Another tornado warning was issued for northern Illinois, including Chicago, on Monday, July 15, as severe storms with strong winds moved into the area.

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US: Tornado Sirens Blare Through Downtown Chicago

The National Weather Service confirmed that three tornadoes touched down in Chicago on Sunday night, July 14. Tornado sirens blared through the downtown area after a rare tornado warning was issued.

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US: Dense Fog Moves Over Chicago Area

Dense fog moved over Lake Michigan into the Chicago area on Friday, June 14, in the middle of a sunny day.

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US: Strong Storms Hit Chicago Area Bringing Large Hail, Gusty Winds, And Flood 2

Strong storms hit Chicago area on Tuesday, May 7 bringing large hail, gusty winds, and flooding in some areas. There were possibility of tornadoes as well. The morning and afternoon commutes were also expected to be impacted.

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US: Strong Storms Hit Chicago Area Bringing Large Hail, Gusty Winds, And Flood

Strong storms hit Chicago area on Tuesday, May 7 bringing large hail, gusty winds, and flooding in some areas. There were possibility of tornadoes as well. The morning and afternoon commutes were also expected to be impacted.

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Storm Kathleen Brings Strong Winds, High Waves To Ireland, UK Coasts 5

Storm Kathleen brought strong winds to Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and parts of western England on Saturday, April 6, and Sunday, April 7.

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Baseball: Rockies vs. Cubs

Seiya Suzuki of the Chicago Cubs is pictured during a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies at Wrigley Field in Chicago on April 3, 2024, as winter-like weather continues in the Windy City.

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Baseball: Rockies vs. Cubs

Seiya Suzuki of the Chicago Cubs is pictured during a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies at Wrigley Field in Chicago on April 3, 2024, as winter-like weather continues in the Windy City.

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US: Multiple Tornadoes Hit Chicago Area As Cold Front Rolls Through Illinois 2

A powerful mix of rain, hail, and tornadoes hit the Chicago area as severe storms due to a cold front pummeled Illinois on Tuesday, February 27. Multiple tornadoes were reported amid tornado warnings with severe thunderstorm watches popping up one after the other as the weather system moved eastward. This footage taken Aurora, Illinois show a suspected tornado.

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US: Large Hail Hits Chicago Metro Area Amid Tornado-Warned Storms

A powerful mix of rain, hail, and tornadoes hit the Chicago area as severe storms due to a cold front pummeled Illinois on Tuesday, February 27. Multiple tornadoes were reported amid tornado warnings and severe thunderstorm watches popping up one after the other as the weather system moved eastward. This video shows large hail falling in Darien, a southwestern suburb of Chicago.

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US: Multiple Tornadoes Hit Chicago Area As Cold Front Rolls Through Illinois

A powerful mix of rain, hail, and tornadoes hit the Chicago area as severe storms due to a cold front pummeled Illinois on Tuesday, February 27. Multiple tornadoes were reported amid tornado warnings and severe thunderstorm watches popping up one after the other as the weather system moved eastward. This footage taken near Amboy show a suspected tornado.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Brings Heavy Rain, Lightning And Hail To Chicago Metropolitan Area 2

A severe thunderstorm moved through parts of the Midwest on Thursday, February 8, bringing tornado threats, heavy rain, lightning, and hail. Tornadoes were reported in Illinois and Wisconsin and thousands of homes were left without power. This video shows the heavy rain hitting Chicago.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Brings Lightning And Hail To Chicago Metropolitan Area

A severe thunderstorm moved through parts of the Midwest on Thursday, February 8, bringing tornado threats, intense lightning, and hail. Tornadoes were reported in Illinois and Wisconsin and thousands of homes were left without power. This video shows hail hitting the Chicago metropolitan area.