Unusual Tornado Hits Chicago Suburb Twice in Rare Weather Event
Unusual Tornado Hits Chicago Suburb Twice in Rare Weather Event
US · Published Jul 31, 2026
On Monday, a severe weather outbreak resulted in at least seven tornadoes across the Chicago area, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) [NBC Chicago, 2026].
Among these, one tornado exhibited an unusual behavior by completing a counter-clockwise loop and striking the suburb of Hazel Crest twice within a span of 10 minutes.

Impact & Risks

The tornado caused substantial structural damage in Hazel Crest, including the destruction of an industrial building's roof and damage to apartment buildings near Pottawatomie School. Double-stacked shipping containers weighing 75 tons were also toppled in Homewood. Residents in the affected areas experienced power outages and property damage, but no injuries were reported. The unusual looping behavior of the tornado highlights the unpredictable nature of severe weather events, emphasizing the need for vigilance during such outbreaks.

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