Tornado Hits Same House Twice in Hazel Crest, Illinois
Tornado Hits Same House Twice in Hazel Crest, Illinois
US · Published Aug 6, 2026
A rare meteorological event occurred on July 27, 2026, when a tornado in Hazel Crest, Illinois, followed a looping path and struck the same house twice.
According to a National Weather Service (NWS) damage survey, the EF0-rated tornado initially moved over a house on 16880 Anthony Avenue, then traveled north of the town before looping back south and crossing the same house again.

Impact & Risks

The tornado's looping path caused localized damage in Hazel Crest, Illinois, including downed trees and structural damage to buildings. While the house on Anthony Avenue was struck twice, there is no confirmation of the extent of damage to the property. The phenomenon of looping tornadoes, though rare, poses unique challenges for forecasting and public safety, as the unpredictable path can increase the risk of repeated impacts in the same area.

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