Midwest Storms Leave Widespread Damage

A brutal storm system slammed into southern Illinois and Indiana, plunging nearly 400,000 people into darkness and disrupting flights. While no major injuries were reported, emergency crews raced through the night to clear debris and assess damage. The National Weather Service confirmed at least two tornadoes touched down—one near Streator, Illinois, and another in Hebron, Indiana—with more damage still being surveyed. Residents recounted harrowing moments, from roof-crashing tree limbs to using buckets to catch floodwater. This follows a deadly and destructive storm day earlier in the week, including a tragic death in Des Moines when a tree fell on a homeless encampment. Support the show:Get a discount at https://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/9a45e966763dd706