Tornadoes Devastate Midwest, Claim Lives in Indiana and Illinois
Tornadoes Devastate Midwest, Claim Lives in Indiana and Illinois
US · Published Mar 13, 2026
Severe tornadoes struck the Midwest, causing significant damage and loss of life in Indiana and Illinois.
An EF-3 tornado with 150 mph winds traveled 36.6 miles, impacting Kankakee County, IL, and Jasper County, IN.
Emergency services are actively engaged in search and rescue, with shelters provided for displaced residents.
Tornadoes cause destruction and fatalities in Midwest
Devastating tornadoes swept through the Midwest, resulting in significant destruction and fatalities in Indiana and Illinois. Reports indicate that at least 17 tornadoes touched down across Indiana, Illinois, Texas, and Alabama within a 72-hour span. The most potent of these, an EF-3 tornado, unleashed peak winds of approximately 150 mph across northern Illinois and Indiana.
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