2 killed and homes damaged after tornadoes tear through Illinois and Indiana, more storms moving in

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 5 min read 100% complete by By HALLIE GOLDEN and KATHY McCORMACKMarch 11, 2026 at 01:23 PM

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Tornadoes struck Illinois and Indiana on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, resulting in two fatalities and widespread damage. The storms leveled homes, downed trees and power lines, and overwhelmed emergency services in areas south of Chicago. Hardest hit areas included Kankakee and Aroma Park, Illinois, where homes were destroyed and businesses suffered significant damage. The severe weather prompted a surge in emergency calls to 911 centers. The aftermath of the storms was captured in photographs showing extensive debris and damaged infrastructure.

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