US: Huge Shelf Cloud Rolls Into Chicago Ahead of Damaging Storm System

A huge shelf cloud moved into the Chicago area ahead of the powerful storm system that brought damaging winds, heavy rain, and widespread flooding on Wednesday, June 24.

US: Charleston, IL Declares Local State of Emergency After Severe Storms

The City of Charleston, Illinois, declared a state of emergency on Wednesday, June 17, after severe weather caused significant damage, prompting response and recovery efforts by local emergency management agencies.

US: Severe Storms Spawn Multiple Tornadoes Across Illinois 5

Multiple tornadoes were reported across Illinois including suburbs of Chicago as storms swept through the Midwest on Thursday, June 11.

US: Severe Storms Spawn Multiple Tornadoes Across Illinois 4

Multiple tornadoes were reported across Illinois including suburbs of Chicago as storms swept through the Midwest on Thursday, June 11.

US: Severe Storms Spawn Multiple Tornadoes Across Illinois 3

Multiple tornadoes were reported across Illinois including suburbs of Chicago as storms swept through the Midwest on Thursday, June 11.

US: Strong Winds Knock Down Trees Across Chicago Area as Severe Storms Strike 2

Trees were knocked down by strong winds across the Chicago area on Wednesday afternoon, June 10 as severe storms lashed the region.

US: Heavy Rain and High Winds Batter Chicago Area in Severe Storm 3

Heavy rainfall and strong winds slammed the Chicago area on Wednesday afternoon, June 10 as severe storms moved in. Downed trees and power outages were reported.

US: Strong Winds Knock Down Trees Across Chicago Area as Severe Storms Strike

Trees were knocked down by strong winds across the Chicago area on Wednesday afternoon, June 10 as severe storms lashed the region.

US: Severe Storms Spawn Multiple Tornadoes Across Illinois 2

Multiple tornadoes were reported across Illinois including suburbs of Chicago as storms swept through the Midwest on Thursday, June 11.

US: Severe Storms Spawn Multiple Tornadoes Across Illinois

Multiple tornadoes were reported across Illinois including suburbs of Chicago as storms swept through the Midwest on Thursday, June 11.

US: Heavy Rain and High Winds Batter Chicago Area in Severe Storm 2

Heavy rainfall and strong winds slammed the Chicago area on Wednesday afternoon, June 10 as severe storms moved in. Downed trees and power outages were reported.

US: Flying Debris Caught on Camera in Downtown Chicago During Storm

Severe storms swept through the Chicago area on Wednesday afternoon, June 10, bringing damaging winds. The video shows debris flying in downtown Chicago.

US: Heavy Rain and High Winds Batter Chicago Area in Severe Storm

Heavy rainfall and strong winds slammed the Chicago area on Wednesday afternoon, June 10 as severe storms moved in. Downed trees and power outages were reported.

US: Pool Loungers Blown Onto Road as Severe Storms Sweep Through Chicago Area

Severe storms swept through the Chicago area on Wednesday afternoon, June 10. The video shows pool loungers being blown by strong winds onto a nearby road hitting some passing cars.

US: Hail and Strong Storms Strike Chicago Area

Strong storms swept through the Chicago area on Monday, May 4, bringing hail, gusty winds and heavy rain.

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.

US: Possible Tornado Spotted in Tazewell County as Severe Storms Batter Central Illinois

The National Weather Service issued tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings as severe storms swept through Central Illinois for a second straight night on Friday, April 3, bringing tornado sightings, hail, and flash flooding to the region. This video shows a possible tornado spotted in Delavan, Tazewell County.

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.

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.

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.

US: Tornado Reported in Crawford County, Illinois as Severe Storms Strike

A tornado warning was issued Thursday, Feb. 19, for parts of east-central Illinois as severe storms moved through the region. A tornado was reportedly spotted in Crawford County, causing significant damage. Video from Robinson shows large hail falling and what appears to be a funnel cloud forming amid the intense storm.

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.

US: Tornadoes Spotted in Wisconsin Amid Severe Storms

Severe storms hit parts of the Great Lakes on Wednesday, July 16, spawning several tornadoes in southwestern Wisconsin near Dodgeville and Sauk City. Some twisters damaged buildings, but no injuries were confirmed. A tornado watch was issued for southern Wisconsin, while northern Illinois faced a severe thunderstorm watch.

US: Tornado-Spawning Storms Rip Through Illinois 2

Strong storms swept through Illinois on Wednesday, June 18, causing significant damage in Jacksonville, where at least one tornado was confirmed.

US: Tornado-Spawning Storms Rip Through Illinois

Strong storms swept through Illinois on Wednesday, June 18, causing significant damage in Jacksonville, where at least one tornado was confirmed.

US: Large Tornado Touches Down Near Athens, Alabama

A tornado was spotted near Athens, northern Alabama, on Tuesday, May 20. At least 13 tornadoes were reported across Alabama, Illinois, Tennessee, and Arkansas that day.

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.

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.

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.

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.

US: Tornado Warning Issued in Illinois, Rotating Clouds Spotted in Morris

A powerful storm system moved through the Midwest on Wednesday, March 19, prompting tornado warnings and watches in several areas of Illinois. This video shows a rotating cloud formation, spotted in Morris, Grundy County.

US: Gustnado Spotted in Hudson, Illinois Amid Tornado-Warned Storm

A powerful storm system moved through Midwest on Wednesday, March 19, prompting tornado warnings and watches in several areas. This video shows a gustnado, a brief, whirlwind-like phenomenon, spotted in Hudson, central Illinois.

US: Dam Fails In Nashville, Illinois After Extreme Rainfall

Storms with heavy rains and tornadoes lashed Illinois on Tuesday, July 16 causing widespread flash flooding. In Nashville, southern Illinois, a dam failed due to the rain and forced hundreds to evacuate their homes.

US: Dam Fails In Nashville, Illinois After Extreme Rainfall 2

Storms with heavy rains and tornadoes lashed Illinois on Tuesday, July 16 causing widespread flash flooding. In Nashville, southern Illinois, a dam failed due to the rain and forced hundreds to evacuate their homes.

US: Dam Fails In Nashville, Illinois After Extreme Rainfall 4

Storms with heavy rains and tornadoes lashed Illinois on Tuesday, July 16 causing widespread flash flooding. In Nashville, southern Illinois, a dam failed due to the rain and forced hundreds to evacuate their homes.

US: Dam Fails In Nashville, Illinois After Extreme Rainfall 3

Storms with heavy rains and tornadoes lashed Illinois on Tuesday, July 16 causing widespread flash flooding. In Nashville, southern Illinois, a dam failed due to the rain and forced hundreds to evacuate their homes.

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.

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.

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.

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.

US: Powerful Storms Batter St. Louis Area Causing Damage 2

Powerful storms battered St. Louis area on Sunday, May 26. It brought hail, gusty winds, and flooding to the region causing downed trees and other damage. This video show large hail falling in St. Jacob, Illinois.

US: Blowing Dust Moves Into Illinois

Blowing dust moved into Illinois on Tuesday, May 21. Parts of Interstate 155 were closed near Hopedale in Tazewell County due to brownout conditions. The National Weather Service issued an emergency weather alert for central state.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Death toll rises to 29 as severe weather continues in U.S.

STORY: Death toll rises to 29 as severe weather continues in U.S. DATELINE: April 3, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:31 LOCATION: HOUSTON, U.S. CATEGORY: ECOLOGY SHOTLIST: 1. various of people busy cleaning up 2. various of damaged house in Little Rock by a deadly tornado STORYLINE: The death toll has risen to 29 after tornadoes and storms touched down in multiple midwestern and southern U.S. states since Friday, authorities said Sunday. In Tennessee, at least 12 people died, including nine in McNairy County where more than 70 buildings were destroyed by severe weather Friday into early Saturday, local officials said. Three others -- two kids and an adult -- were killed in Memphis when a tree fell on a structure. Indiana and Arkansas each reported five deaths, state officials said. At least four people were killed in Illinois, including a 50-year-old man who died on the scene when the roof of the Apollo Theatre in Belvidere collapsed on Friday night. Three others were killed following the collapse of a residential