Severe Storms and Tornadoes Impact Central US, Flooding in Great Lakes
Severe Storms and Tornadoes Impact Central US, Flooding in Great Lakes
US · Published Apr 18, 2026
Severe storms and tornadoes have caused significant damage across the central US, impacting homes and infrastructure in multiple states.
The Great Lakes region is experiencing major flooding due to heavy rains and snowmelt, with rivers reaching record levels.
Over 70,000 homes and businesses are without power in Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, and Oklahoma due to damaging winds and heavy rainfall.
Tornadoes, flooding, and power outages reported
The central United States is currently grappling with a severe weather outbreak, marked by multiple tornado sightings across several states, including Rochester, Minnesota, and Marathon County, Wisconsin. These tornadoes have inflicted considerable damage on residential properties and vital infrastructure.
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