Chicago Derecho and Tornado Damage | Chicago News

A powerful derecho slammed into the Chicago area Tuesday, packing 80 mph winds, hail, and flooding — with at least five tornadoes confirmed, including an upgraded EF-2 that tore through Monee and Crete. Other EF-1s hit Orland Park, Flossmoor, Mokena, and Wilmington (with 90 mph winds), while an EF-0 touched down in Oswego. Communities like Homewood and Tinley Park suffered major damage, and sadly, two fatalities occurred in Indiana — one from falling roofing, another involving a child crushed by a tree. Storm threats linger: damaging winds and hail possible Wednesday, with more rain and storms expected Thursday through Sunday. Stay alert, especially south and west of Chicago. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d24fc21fdbc87ef2