Severe Weather

Tuesday’s severe storms caused widespread damage across northwest Indiana, leaving residents scrambling for fuel as they cope with the aftermath. Crowds were seen gathering at local gas stations to fill up their vehicles and secure gasoline amid the ongoing recovery.

One person died after a home explosion in Portage on Tuesday as the city works to assess damage from a severe storm that prompted officials to declare a state of emergency.

Another round of powerful storms swept across Chicagoland and northwest Indiana Tuesday, adding to what has already become a record-breaking year for severe weather in Illinois.

Powerful winds caused major damage in a Tinley Park neighborhood, tearing off part of a home's roof, shattering windows and knocking down trees and power lines as crews began cleanup.

A village streets supervisor has been trapped inside a front-end loader for several hours Tuesday after powerful storms knocked down power lines that fell across the machine.

One person died in a home explosion in Portage on Tuesday, though officials have not said what caused it or whether it was storm-related.

Severe storms swept through the Chicago area Tuesday, leaving significant damage in Homewood. Flooded roads, downed trees and damage from strong winds were reported throughout the area.

Severe weather barreled through Chicagoland Tuesday morning, bringing powerful winds and heavy rain.

Crews are cleaning up after another round of severe storms, with lightning-split trees blocking streets in Chicago and downed power lines, damaged homes and scattered debris reported in LaSalle County, where a possible tornado is still being investigated.