Key facts
- Tornadoes struck Illinois and Indiana.
- Homes and buildings were destroyed by tornadoes.
- A high school roof was partially ripped off by a tornado.
- Hundreds of thousands of residents lost power due to tornadoes.
- Officials are assessing tornado damage and searching affected areas.
- The northeastern United States is experiencing an extreme heatwave and humidity.
- The 2026 World Cup faces risks from extreme summer weather.
- 2026 World Cup host cities may experience thunderstorms, heat, and humidity.
- Scotland fans are experiencing intense heat in Boston.
- Severe weather incidents have been recorded across the central US.
Devastating tornadoes have struck communities in Illinois and Indiana, causing widespread destruction to homes and buildings. In Illinois, the tornadoes tore through areas south of Chicago, ripping off part of a high school roof and leaving hundreds of thousands of residents without power. Officials are currently assessing the extent of the damage and conducting searches in the affected areas.