Destructive Storm Hits Northwest Indiana | Chicago News

A deadly derecho tore through northwest Indiana, leaving a trail of destruction and claiming one life after a home exploded in Portage amid the chaos. Emergency crews battled debris and hazardous conditions to reach victims, while officials declared emergencies, ordered evacuations, and set up command centers. Power lines fell, trees were obliterated, and schools shut down across Gary and Duneland due to damage and impassable roads. A semi-truck overturned on I-65, blocking traffic, while residents described roofs flying off buildings and trees crashing into homes — one narrowly missing families inside. Pets were rescued, and NWS teams are now assessing damage in Cook County and Indiana’s Lake and Porter counties. Recovery efforts are underway as communities brace for the aftermath. 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/b2fd9f3f7603895e